Actor-director R. Parthiban has spoken about the controversy surrounding his remarks about Trisha Krishnan during an award show. The ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ actor addressed the issue through an almost eight-minute video.As reported by India Today, in the video, Parthiban explained the context behind his comments and clarified his intentions and healso responded to Trisha’s allegation that he had requested the organisers to display her photograph on stage.
The controversy began after Parthiban made a remark during the event that many viewers considered inappropriate. Referring to Trisha’s character Kundhavai from Ponniyin Selvan, he said, “Indha Kundavaiye konjaneram kunthavaikkirathu nallathu (It is better to ask this Kundavai to sit at home for a while).” The remark drew criticism online and Trisha later reacted strongly to the statement on social media.
Trisha Krishnan responds to the comment
After the clip circulated online, Trisha Krishnan posted a response on social media criticising the remark. In her message, the actress wrote, “A microphone doesn’t make a comment intelligent or humorous. It just makes stupidity louder.”In his video statement, R. Parthiban attempted to explain his perspective. He began by distinguishing between a mistake and deliberate wrongdoing.He said, “A mistake is doing something unknowingly. A wrongdoing is doing something willingly. Let me be clear about both.”Parthiban confirmed that Trisha’s photograph appeared on the screen while he was speaking about actors Vijay and Ajith Kumar during the event. He insisted that the appearance of the image had not been planned by him. However, he acknowledged reacting emotionally when he saw it.According to Parthiban, “Yes, Trisha’s photo came up when I was speaking about Vijay and Ajith at the Galatta event. I was shocked. I didn’t plan it. But when it appeared, I said what I felt.” He also added, “I said it in anger. And I meant it.”
Comments about Vijay’s reception appearance
During the video, Parthiban also spoke about the discussion surrounding Trisha’s appearance at a wedding reception with Vijay.He said the situation had been widely discussed at the time. According to Parthiban, some people believed the appearance had political implications for Vijay.Parthiban stated, “Trisha is 40+ years old. She knew what attending Vijay’s wedding reception meant for his political image. She should have stayed home.”He also referred to opinions expressed by others, including a journalist who shared a similar view.Parthiban added that Vijay had crossed many obstacles to reach his current position and also noted that the actor’s political journey is not easy.
Regret, clarification and closing remarks
Parthiban said he later realised that his comment had been interpreted in a different way and some viewers believed he was suggesting that women should remain indoors.He clarified that this was not his intention and expressed regret over the misunderstanding.The filmmaker explained that journalist Rangaraj Pandey had warned him after the event that the comment might cause controversy. Following that advice, Parthiban said he asked the organisers to delete the clip. However, it had already circulated online.He also mentioned preparing a note expressing regret and recording a video for International Women’s Day. Parthiban later reacted to Trisha’s response as well, stating, “I was affected by a third person and her third-rated tweet (X post).”At the same time, he emphasised that he does not object to her right to criticise him. Concluding his statement he thanked those who supported him during the controversy and said he remained committed to speaking the truth as he sees it.On the work front, Parthiban was last seen in Dhanush’s ‘Idly Kadai’.
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