Sneha and Prasanna face backlash for wearing footwear during the sacred Thiruvannamalai girivalam

Sneha, popularly known as 'Punnagai Arasi,' made her acting debut with the film 'Virumbugiren.' Though her first film did not achieve major success, her captivating beauty and impressive acting skills paved the way for her in the film industry. Over the years, she established herself as a leading actress by working alongside top stars like Vijay, Suriya, Vikram, Kamal Haasan, Simbu, and Dhanush, becoming a household name in Tamil cinema. After enjoying a successful acting career, Sneha fell in love with actor Prasanna, and the couple eventually tied the knot. They are now proud parents of a son and a daughter. Despite balancing her personal life, Sneha remains highly active on social media, keeping her fans updated with glimpses of her life and spiritual endeavors.
Sneha and Prasanna’s girivalam at Thiruvannamalai sparks outrage
Recently, Sneha, along with her husband, Prasanna, visited the Thiruvannamalai Annamalaiyar Temple on the occasion of the Panguni Waning Pradosham. As part of their devotion, the couple participated in the sacred Giri Pradakshina (circumambulation of the hill temple), performed rituals, broke coconuts, and offered prayers. However, what caught public attention was that both Sneha and Prasanna were spotted wearing footwear while walking on the revered Girivalam Path, which is considered sacred by devotees.
Fans condemn the act, calling it a great sin
This led to criticism from many devotees and social media users, who condemned their actions. Fans expressed their disappointment by stating, "The Thiruvannamalai Girivalam Path is sacred! It is a great sin to walk around Girivalam wearing sandals!" Many pointed out that devotees traditionally walk barefoot as a mark of reverence and accused the couple of disrespecting the religious significance of the path. The incident has since sparked debates, with some supporting Sneha and Prasanna while others continue to criticize their actions.