Pop star Rihanna has found herself at the center of an online controversy after a video showed her feeding a cow in India while holding a Dior handbag reportedly made from calfskin. The incident has drawn sharp reactions from netizens who pointed out the apparent irony of the situation.
Video Goes Viral
The clip, shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by user @Noball1999, shows Rihanna offering food to a cow, with the luxury bag visible in her hand. The post quickly gained traction, amassing thousands of comments and shares. Many users highlighted the contradiction of using a product derived from a cow's skin while feeding the animal.
Dior Bag Details
Multiple reports identified the bag as Dior's 'Crunchy' model, a calfskin leather design estimated to cost around Rs 4.3 lakh. The bag's material is sourced from calves, which has fueled the backlash among animal rights advocates and social media users.
Netizen Reactions
Comments ranged from humorous to critical. One user wrote, "Feeding a cow while holding a bag made from its own kind? The irony is deafening." Another said, "Rihanna probably didn't think about it, but it's a bad look." Some defended the singer, arguing that she may not have been aware of the bag's material.
Broader Context
This incident comes amid growing global awareness about sustainable fashion and animal welfare. Celebrities are increasingly scrutinized for their choices, especially when they appear to contradict ethical messaging. Rihanna has not yet commented on the controversy.
The video was posted on April 27, 2026, and the story was updated on April 28, 2026, by DH Online.
