Twinkle Khanna’s August 30 Mrs Funnybones column has sparked criticism after she linked Mughal history with popular Mughlai dishes while discussing food concerns. Social media user Sheema Kher called the comparison “isn't funny or sensible” and argued that India’s history should be discussed beyond food. She also referenced Kesari and Akshay Kumar while challenging Khanna’s argument.

Actor-author Twinkle Khanna’s latest take on India’s ongoing conversation around food safety has sparked a different debate online. A remark from her Mrs Funnybones column, published on August 30, has drawn criticism from social media user Sheema Kher, who objected to the way Khanna linked Mughal history with popular Indian food.

What did Twinkle Khanna say? 

In the column, Khanna was discussing the controversy around food and ingredients when she wrote: “Those who want to erase the Mughals from our history books should first start with lunch. Give up your koftas, kormas, kebabs... You can’t have your Mughlai paneer, real or analogue, and eat it too.”

The comment did not sit well with Khera and other online users, who addressed Khanna in a post and argued that using food to make a point about a violent period of history was neither humorous nor appropriate.