The ASB Fitness Centre in Puthunagaram, Palakkad, has ignited a heated debate after being labeled an 'Islam-friendly gym' due to its adherence to Sharia-based guidelines. The gym's features include no public music, strict gender segregation, and a modest dress code for women. Nawaz Muthu T, who posted a now-deleted promotional video, claims he intended to create an inclusive environment for women, but his exact role remains disputed. Ahmed Settu, a partner at the gym, stated that Muthu is neither the owner nor an official partner but offered financial support for renovations after the gym's closure. The announcement has drawn criticism from political figures, including BJP president Rajeev Chandrasekhar, who accused the facility of promoting religious segregation in public spaces. Muthu has since clarified that the gym welcomes all communities, asserting that the concept was misrepresented. The controversy raises questions about the intersection of religion and public commercial spaces in Kerala.