India, April 16 -- Every time a new movie drops, there's bound to be some backlash - but this time, it's not the usual suspects. Sunny Deol's latest film Jaat has stirred up controversy, and it's the Punjabi-Christian community leading the charge. The spark? A controversial scene featuring Randeep Hooda.

The controversial scene in Jaat features Randeep Hooda as the film's antagonist, Ranatunga, standing at the front of a church, directly beneath a crucifix. His arms are outstretched in a pose that strongly resembles the crucifixion of Jesus Christ - a visual choice that appears deliberate and symbolic. Surrounding him are frightened villagers or worshippers, standing silently under his gaze, suggesting a twisted power dynamic where Ranat...