Actress Jyothika, wife of Suriya, has sparked controversy with her recent remarks about the South Indian film industry. Her comments, made during an interview about the Netflix series ‘Dabba Cartel,’ have angered fans, leading to widespread criticism.
Jyothika, who recently moved to Mumbai with her children, claimed that female leads in South cinema were mostly limited to dancing and praising male protagonists. She added that Bollywood and other industries were evolving, but the South still followed this trend. These remarks upset fans, who reminded her of blockbuster films like ‘Chandramukhi,’ ‘Sillunu Oru Kaadhal,’ and ‘Kushi,’ where she played strong characters.
Many social media users accused her of disrespecting the industry that made her a superstar. Some claimed it had become a trend for actresses to criticize the South film industry after moving to Bollywood. Despite her reasoning for the move, citing her children’s education and personal aspirations, her remarks did not sit well with longtime fans.
Jyothika’s statements have stirred a debate, with many expressing disappointment over her comments. The backlash continues as fans defend the contributions of South cinema in shaping her career.