Rihanna is facing severe backlash from fans over a topless image, shared on Instagram, in which she is wearing a pendant of Hindu deity, Ganesha. Photo / supplied"Disappointed" fans are accusing Rihanna of religious insensitivity after the star posed in nothing but a pair of purple silk boxer shorts with a Hindu deity around her neck. Rihanna is under fire from fans for cultural appropriation after posting a topless image of herself wearing a pendant depicting the Hindu god Ganesha. But what appears to be a diamond-studded carving of the elephant-headed deity, who represents wisdom and respect, has been slammed as "disrespectful" by followers. In response to her latest controversy, some fans have pointed out that it isn't the first time the star has been accused of cultural appropriation.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 18, 2021 04:52 UTC