Shilpa Shetty shuts down trolls who criticized her for wearing shoes during flag hoisting; says, ‘I’m aware…’

Actress Shilpa Shetty has celebrated the 77th independence day with her family members. The actress took to her Instagram account and posted a video of hoisting a flag. Sharing the video, the actress wrote in Hindi which translates as “Vande Mataram” and added hashtags such as “#JaiHind,” “#IndependenceDay,” “#76YearsOfIndependence,” “#VandeMataram,” “#ProudIndian,” “#gratitude,” “#blessed.”

Meanwhile, she has been criticised and trolled by the people for wearing shoes while hoisting a flag.

Shutting down all the trolls, Shilpa wrote, “I am aware of the “Rules” of conduct while hoisting the flag, the RESPECT for my country and THE FLAG stems from my heart and not up for questioning. I am a proud Indian. Today’s post was to share and celebrate that emotion. To all the trollers( that I ignore usually )DO NOT appreciate YOU airing your ignorance and spreading negativity on this Day. So get your facts rights and please BACK OFF.”