Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan has landed in controversy after wearing a necklace featuring a Quranic verse during her Diwali celebrations, prompting a legal notice from an Indian Congress spokesperson.

According to Indian media reports, Abbas Hafeez, a Madhya Pradesh Congress spokesperson, has sent legal notices to Kareena Kapoor and her stylist Rhea Kapoor over the jewellery.

The controversy began after Kareena shared pictures of her Diwali appearance on social media, wearing a traditional outfit with an emerald pendant engraved with Ayat-ul-Kursi.

Why has Kareena Kapoor received a legal notice?

The 30-carat emerald pendant reportedly belongs to the former royal family of Bhopal and features Ayat-ul-Kursi, the 255th verse of Surah Al-Baqarah.

Hafeez objected to the way the Quranic inscription was presented in the photographs, arguing that sacred religious verses should not be treated as fashion accessories.

He said the presentation could hurt religious sentiments and compromise the sanctity of the Quranic inscription.

What does the legal notice demand?

The notice demands that Kareena and her stylist immediately remove the photographs, videos and related posts from their social media accounts.

It also seeks an unconditional public apology and an assurance that the sacred inscription will not be presented disrespectfully.

Hafeez warned that legal action through the police or courts could follow if the demands were not fulfilled.

The notice was issued in his personal capacity and does not represent an official Congress party position.

Kareena Kapoor and Rhea Kapoor have not yet issued an official response to the controversy.