Mumbai, March 18 Actress and politician Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the controversy surrounding actress Sara Ali Khan's submission of proof of faith for Sanatan.
Kangana spoke to the media outside Parliament on Wednesday, stating that Sara should not have any problem in stating that she believes in Sanatan, and should write it down if she wishes to seek blessings at the Badrinath and Kedarnath temples.
Kangana said, "Everyone here is a follower of Sanatan. Whoever is present here, they are all followers of Sanatan, because from the time we are born, 'Sanatan' means that which has no beginning and no end. All other religions are 1000-1500 years old, only Sanatan is the ultimate truth. Sara is also a follower of Sanatan. Why does she have a problem in writing that she is a follower of Sanatan, simply write it and submit the document".
On Tuesday, Badri-Kedar Temple Committee Chairman Hemant Dwivedi spoke to the media, stating that all non-Hindus will be required to submit an affidavit if they wish to seek blessings at the temples, henceforth. Dwivedi said that the submission of proof stating that devotees believe in Hinduism will be required from all non-Hindus.
He told the media, "If Sara Ali Khan expresses her devotion towards Sanatan Dharma and submits an affidavit, we will allow her to offer prayers".
Sara Ali Khan has maintained a consistent spiritual connection with the Kedarnath Temple over the years, frequently visiting the shrine in the Himalayas. Her connection began during the filming of ‘Kedarnath’ in 2017, which marked her debut in Hindi cinema. Since then, she has returned almost annually, often during the temple’s open season between April and November.
Her visits typically involve trekking or helicopter travel to the high-altitude site, located at approximately 3,583 meters. She participates in standard temple rituals, including early morning darshan and offerings, without any official role or ceremonial privilege. These trips are usually personal and not tied to film promotions or brand activity. Sara often documents parts of her visits on social media, showing the temple surrounded by snow-covered peaks, and her participation in prayers.
The consistency of these visits has made Kedarnath a recurring element in her public appearances outside films. The temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and a major pilgrimage site in India. Her repeated visits reflect continuity rather than a one-time association, linking her debut film location with ongoing personal travel and spiritual routine.