YouTuber's Inappropriate Question Sparks Industry-Wide Condemnation
The Tamil film industry is facing significant backlash after a disturbing incident where a YouTuber posed an indecent question to young actress Gouri Kishan during a press conference. The event has triggered widespread anger and prompted strong official condemnation from industry leaders.
South Indian Artists' Association president Nassar has issued a powerful statement denouncing the incident and highlighting the growing problem of fake journalists exploiting social media platforms. The respected industry veteran expressed deep concern about the deteriorating standards in media interactions with artists.
Tamil Cinema's Historic Respect for Women Highlighted
In his strongly worded statement, Nassar emphasized the Tamil film industry's long-standing tradition of respecting and honoring women. He revealed remarkable historical context, noting that women have been working as directors, producers, and cinematographers in Tamil cinema for over 75 years.
"The film industry and journalism are inseparable cousins," Nassar stated, acknowledging the media's crucial role in promoting quality films and talented artists to the public. He stressed that media professionals have the responsibility to present criticism and opinions in a civilized manner, something that was completely absent in the recent incident.
Nassar pointed out the ongoing challenges women face in the film industry, stating that even in today's environment, women still encounter significant obstacles when entering and advancing in the field. "It is the duty of all of us to protect their dignity and respect as they travel confidently in such an environment," he affirmed on behalf of Nadigar Sangam.
Pattern of Inappropriate Behavior Exposed
The investigation into the incident revealed an even more concerning pattern of behavior. Nassar disclosed that the same individual had committed a similar indecent act against another actress exactly ten years ago, indicating a recurring problem that the industry cannot ignore.
"This is not a personal mistake but a disgrace to the entire film industry," Nassar emphasized, characterizing the behavior as mockery disguised as journalism. The repeated nature of such incidents has raised serious questions about accountability and protection mechanisms for artists during public events.
Crackdown on Fake YouTubers Posing as Journalists
Nassar identified the root of the problem in the uncontrolled growth of social media, where anyone can start a YouTube channel and pretend to be a journalist without proper credentials or ethical training. This has created a situation where genuine media professionals and artists face harassment from unqualified individuals.
"Such bad practices should be banned," Nassar declared, calling for collective action against what he described as "weeds" that have sprouted in the media sector. He announced that the Nadigar Sangam will initiate discussions and take appropriate measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The association has strongly condemned the incident involving Gouri G. Kishan and promised concrete steps to ensure the safety and dignity of all artists during media interactions. This incident has sparked broader conversations about regulating media access and protecting artists from harassment during promotional events.
