Gouri Kishan, a Tamil actress, was subjected to bullying regarding her body in a public conference at Chennai for the promotion of her highly anticipated movie, “Others.” The press release included the director and leading actor of the film. Kishan’s immediate, clear statement in response to the derogatory comment was covered by news media and circulated by the public as well as others from the industry.

Gouri Kishan: Condemnation from Actors’ Association

This was condemned by Nadigar Sangam (South Indian Artistes’ Association). Nassar, who is the president of this association, expressed his astonishment at the objectionable question posed by a Youtuber, who was portraying himself as a journalist. He further stated clearly that, although the two are closely knitted and unseparable, one should really ask questions and criticize sensitively and in a professional way.

Nassar indicated that such a behaviour as displayed during the event is not acceptable and makes one very sad. He reminded that for 75 years now, women have been performers, producers, directors, and cinematographers in Tamil cinema. Getting a woman into this system and being able to navigate it is still a struggle. We must all work to protect this dignity of those very effervescent yet humorous women.

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Nassar pointed out that this is the same individual who had previously asked another actress equally offensive questions almost ten years ago, and termed this as disgrace to the entire filmy world. He further said that currently it has become a practice now for YouTubers disguised as journalists to attend press events and talks on setting a regulation to avert misuse of media credentials are necessary.

The last statement reiterates the vehement protest by Nadigar Sangam against body shaming of Gouri Kishan and demands an establishment of mechanisms to prevent it happening again in the future.

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