At a recent press meet for her upcoming film Pottel, Telugu actress Ananya Nagalla was confronted directly with a question. Known for her candid and fearless approach, Ananya spoke on the issue of the casting couch that affects the film industry.
When asked if she ever had to buckle down to take a role, Ananya flatly denied such allegations. “That is 100 percent wrong,” she said. “I never had it happen to me, ever.” It seems negative fire needs to be at least balanced with some positive reportage about this industry.
This daring reply soon became viral on the social media platform, and it sparked massive reaction in many people. While some fans and the industries were hailing her for speaking out, others began coming forth with their personal experiences and this continued the full-blown debate.
Ananya has said something so important regarding the experiences of actors in films. Her statement here not only emphasizes the need to adopt more positive feelings but also promotes a more thoughtful and inclusive debate about the issue of harassment on the entertainment scene.
The discussed issue has created an open call by Ananya Nagalla for much-needed awareness and support for those who have faced the issues in the industry, while she has pointed out the need to uplift and protect those who would remain exposed and vulnerable to such inappropriate behavior.