Popular Bengali film actress Ankita Chakraborty has sparked significant controversy following the release of a nude photograph on her social media platforms. The 39-year-old actress shared the image on Thursday, August 13, depicting her sitting on a bed without clothing, with her hair loose and light filtering through a window. She captioned the post simply as ‘Light and Shadow.’
The post immediately drew intense backlash from fans and followers, many of whom labeled the image as obscene. The comment section was flooded with harsh criticism and trolling. One user, Arpita, mockingly compared the image to a scene from a cremation ground, while others, such as Chaitali Ghosh, questioned the actress’s sense of decency. Additional comments from followers like Nupur Ghosh and Sushmita Dutta expressed disappointment, with some suggesting the actress might be struggling mentally or resorting to such tactics to gain attention despite her established acting talent.
Beyond this recent controversy, Ankita has been a frequent subject of media attention this year. In May, she made headlines by publicly accusing director Debaloy Bhattacharya, known for ‘Obhishapto Nighty,’ of sexual harassment. During a press conference, the actress detailed that she had worked on the 2020 series ‘Pabitra Papij,’ directed by Bhattacharya. She alleged that during the show’s success party in 2021, the director attempted to kiss her forcibly, an incident that led her to issue a formal legal notice against him.
Ankita’s personal life has also seen significant changes recently. In 2022, she married her longtime friend and fellow actor, Prantik Banerjee, in an intimate ceremony held in the mountains. However, the couple announced their decision to divorce toward the end of 2025.
As the debate surrounding her latest social media post continues, some followers have speculated that the actress might eventually claim the image was generated by artificial intelligence if the criticism becomes overwhelming. Despite the varied reactions, the post remains a focal point of intense public discussion regarding the actress’s professional and personal choices.
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