Sreeleela Faces Controversy at International Yoga Day Event in Mumbai
Sreeleela's presence at International Yoga Day in Mumbai sparked a social media storm after a viral clip suggested she was asked to step aside during a photo session.
Dumtika Editorial
June 23, 2026 · 1 min read

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Sreeleela at International Yoga Day Draws Online Debate
Tollywood actress Sreeleela, known for her recent string of successful films, found herself at the center of an unexpected controversy during the International Yoga Day celebrations in Mumbai. As a special guest alongside Bollywood stars Shahid Kapoor and Jackie Shroff, Sreeleela joined the event orchestrated by Divyaj Foundation, led by Amruta Fadnavis, at SVP Stadium.
During a high-profile photo opportunity featuring Amruta Fadnavis and her daughter Divija, cameras captured a moment where Sreeleela was allegedly asked to step aside by Amruta. The brief interaction quickly went viral, igniting a wave of reactions across social media. Fans of Sreeleela voiced disappointment, calling the gesture disrespectful and arguing that inviting a popular actress only to make her exit the frame publicly was inappropriate. Some netizens criticized Amruta Fadnavis, describing her actions as arrogant.
However, not everyone agreed with this interpretation. Another section of social media defended Amruta, stating that "photographers present at the venue had specifically requested separate pictures of the mother and daughter," and insisting that there was no intention to insult Sreeleela. As per these supporters, the gesture was purely logistical rather than personal.
Neither Sreeleela nor Amruta Fadnavis has released an official statement to clarify the incident. Until more details emerge, the incident remains a hot topic, with fans and followers keenly awaiting any response from the parties involved.


