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Filmmaker Slams Transphobic Remarks by Rival
14 Oct
Summary
- Karthik Subbaraj criticized Mohan G's comments on transgender people.
- Subbaraj called the remarks psychological violence and deeply hurtful.
- The controversy surrounds the transgender identity film 'Dorothy'.
Filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj has publicly condemned remarks made by director Mohan G concerning the transgender community and the film 'Dorothy.' Subbaraj stated that the comments constituted psychological violence and caused significant hurt, advocating for universal dignity and respect for transgender individuals. He urged that people should not question their right to happiness.
Subbaraj's response was prompted by a video showing Mohan G questioning a transgender woman named Neha about marriage and having children. While acknowledging the right to criticize films, Subbaraj expressed distress over comments that demeaned transgender people's lives. He stressed that discussions about cinema should not lead to the humiliation of individuals, highlighting that a person's value is not tied to their ability to become a parent.
The director called for action against discriminatory speech, comparing public humiliation based on gender identity to caste or religious discrimination. He asserted that people should be viewed as human beings, and no one has the right to cause them pain. Subbaraj emphasized that while filmmakers may disagree on cinematic aspects, criticism must never compromise an individual's dignity.
