Bollywood actress Rashmika Mandanna has found herself embroiled in social media controversy following her recent appearance on Jagapathi Babu's talk show Jayammu Nischayammu Raa. The Animal star's comments about menstruation have ignited heated discussions across various platforms.
The Controversial Comments That Started It All
During a candid conversation on the popular Telugu talk show, host Jagapathi Babu questioned Rashmika about her perspective on men experiencing menstrual cycles. The actress responded affirmatively, explaining her position in detail. "Yes. I want them to get periods at least once, to know the pain and trauma," she stated during the episode that aired recently.
Rashmika elaborated on her personal struggles with period pain, revealing shocking details about her own experiences. "I get such horrible period pain that I have even fainted once because of it," she shared with the audience. The actress disclosed that despite numerous medical tests and consultations with doctors, the cause of her severe discomfort remains undiagnosed.
Social Media Backlash and Fan Support
The internet quickly divided into opposing camps following the broadcast of these comments. While some users criticized Rashmika for what they perceived as insensitivity toward men, others came to her defense, arguing that her words were taken out of context.
One particularly vocal supporter took to Twitter to share a clip from the show with an explanatory caption. "Rashmika's perspective on men having periods :)) Sometimes we only want our pain & emotions to be understood. It was never about comparison or diminishing male responsibilities.. but fragile egos chose to twist it that way," the fan wrote.
Rashmika herself responded to this supportive tweet, expressing her frustration with how her words had been misinterpreted. "And this no one will talk about.. The fear of going to shows and interviews is this for me.. I mean something and it's taken in something else entirely.. :(" her emotional response read.
Rashmika's Detailed Explanation and Personal Experience
On the show, Rashmika provided comprehensive reasoning behind her controversial statement. She emphasized the communication gap that often exists between genders when discussing menstrual discomfort. "Due to hormonal imbalance, we feel emotions we don't understand. And you can't show that pressure on men because, no matter how much you explain, they don't understand the feeling," she explained.
The actress described her monthly ordeal in vivid terms, expressing how she often questions, "God, why are you torturing me so much?" during her cycles. This personal testimony formed the basis of her argument that true understanding comes only through direct experience.
"I feel like anyone can only understand it when they experience it. Which is why I think men should get periods at least once," she concluded during the interview.
Career Updates and Personal Life Developments
Beyond the current controversy, Rashmika has been making headlines for both professional and personal reasons. She recently appeared in two significant projects - Aditya Sarpotdar's Thamma and Rahul Ravindran's The Girlfriend.
On the personal front, the actress confirmed her engagement to longtime friend and fellow actor Vijay Deverakonda in October. Industry sources indicate that the couple is planning to tie the knot in February next year, adding another layer of public interest to Rashmika's current media presence.
As the debate continues to unfold online, Rashmika's comments have sparked broader conversations about gender empathy, menstrual health awareness, and the challenges celebrities face when expressing personal opinions in public forums.
