Body Shaming Backlash: Co-star and Director Break Silence After Gouri Kishan Confronts Abusive Questioning
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Tamil actor Gouri Kishan recently stood up to YouTuber Karthik for asking intrusive questions about her weight at a press meet for their film Others. Her director, Abin Hariharan, and co-star Aditya Madhavan faced backlash for not intervening in the moment. Both Abin and Aditya have now broken their silence, claiming they were caught off guard by the incident. Aditya Madhavan, who has just made his debut, admitted that he 'froze' in the moment, saying he wishes he had spoken up sooner. He acknowledged that body shaming has no place in the industry and apologized for his silence. Abin Hariharan also apologized for not speaking up, citing his inexperience with press conferences as the reason. However, he emphasized his support for Gouri and stated that he believes press meets should focus on film-related questions only. Gouri Kishan has been vocal about the incident, pointing out that her team didn't stand with her in the moment. She also accused the YouTuber of being 'appalled' that she called him out. The incident has sparked a wider conversation about body shaming and the need for a more respectful and professional approach in the entertainment industry.
