Published 19:25 IST, June 27th 2020

Blackpink's 'How You Like That' faces flak for showing Lord Ganesha idol as an aesthetic

BLACKPINK's How You Like That faces criticism from fans for showing Lord Ganesha idol as an aesthetic in the background. Have a look at the details here.

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BLACKPINK's latest comeback song How You Like That has been topic of discussion ever since it released on Thursday. Indian fans recently ticed that video features an idol of Lord Ganesha but t in most respectful manner. idol has been used as a part of aestic background, which is a combination of a number of things.

Twitterati was quick to pick subject and tweet with hashtag, #MyCultureIstYourAestic, so that disrespectful contation can be dealt with, accordingly.

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BLACKPINK's How You Like That faces flak

BLACKPINK's latest song How You Like That was released on YouTube on June 26, 2020. song features four band members, Jisoo, Rose, Jennie, and Lisa, in a unique and out-re background. four women can also be seen dancing along in video which is being loved by audience all over world.

fans of band in India took to Twitter to express ir disappointment with video and how Lord Ganesha was showcased. us of Lord’s idol as a prop is t being liked by people. accusations of disrespectful representation have been made in reference to Ganapati idol which is spotted to left side of rapper Lisa at 1:30 minutes, while she sits on a grand throne. She can also be seen wearing shoes around idol which is t appreciated in Indian culture.

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A number of people took up hashtag #MyCultureIstYourAestic to speak on issue while also demanding an apology from makers. Have a look at few of reactions from audience here.

Read BLACKPINK Members' 'How You Like That' Teasers Win Hearts On Internet

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Also read Blackpink Tease Fans With New Track 'How You Like That', Says It Has ‘various Emotions’

A Twitter handle which calls itself official BLACKPINK India handle took up matter and decided to bring it to makers’ tice. y put up a tweet where y said that y have been trying to reach YG Entertainment to raise issue with m. y also addressed how offensive us of a dear god is, and how badly it is affecting people. Have a look at tweet put up by BLACKPINK India handle here.

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Read Blackpink's 'How You Like That' Breaks YouTube Record As Most-viewed Song Premiere

Also read BLACKPINK Shares ‘How You Like That’ Title Posters Feat. Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa And Rose

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Im Courtesy: Screengrab from YouTube (Channel: BLACKPINK)

19:26 IST, June 27th 2020