By Almas Mirza November 17, 2024
Sai Pallavi’s latest film Amaran is hitting headlines for landing into a controversy. The film is facing backlash for hurting religious sentiments. We take a look at Sai Pallavi’s most controversial statements as she is known for her strong opinions and fearless attitude.
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In 2022, Sai Pallavi had expressed her concerns about the violence in the name of religion and had said that while the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits was wrong, so was cow vigilantism. This led to a furore online among many, who said that she was demeaning the Kashmiri Pandit tragedy.
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In an interview in 2022, Sai Pallavi compared the Indian Army to a “terrorist group” in Pakistan. She also said, “People in Pakistan view our army as a terrorist group, just as we might see them the same way. Perspectives change. I don’t understand violence.”
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A clip from this interview resurfaced on the internet and the hashtag #BoycottSaiPallavi is trending on X (formerly Twitter) as she faced backlash over a video.
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Sai Pallavi has openly rejected fairness creams, stating that she is proud of her natural skin tone. Her stance was praised for promoting self-love and body positivity, challenging the deep-rooted obsession with fair skin in Indian society.
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Sai Pallavi has also been vocal about the patriarchy in the film industry and society. Her statements on the need for gender equality and respect for women have made headlines, sparking important conversations.
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Sai Pallavi has criticised certain practices in the film industry, including the objectification of women. Her demand for more substantial roles for women in cinema has been both lauded and debated.
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The actress has expressed her disdain for stereotypical portrayals of characters based on religion, caste, and gender in films. Her call for more nuanced and diverse storytelling has resonated with many but also faced pushback from traditionalists.
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Sai Pallavi has shown concern about the environmental impact of film production, such as the deforestation that occurred during the filming of the movie Toxic.
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