Actor and BJP leader Krishnakumar faces backlash for mocking Hema Committee report
Actor and BJP leader Krishnakumar has come under heavy criticism on social media for mocking the Hema Committee report, a move many have labeled as irresponsible, especially for a father of four daughters. The controversy erupted after Krishnakumar ridiculed the report in a vlog on his wife Sindhu Krishna's YouTube channel.
In the video, Krishnakumar, with a burst of laughter, tells Sindhu, "Don't say such things, there are several commissions coming up these days. Don't knock on the door while I'm sitting here." Sindhu Krishna is seen reacting similarly in the video. This exchange has sparked widespread outrage, with many condemning Krishnakumar's comments as insensitive and dismissive of the report's serious nature.
Critics have taken to social media to express their disapproval, with comments like "His daughter is also a film actress, that’s the comedy," "Look at his body language" and "Misogyny is their basic slogan." Many have pointed out that Krishnakumar's remarks seem to completely ignore the gravity of the issues addressed in the Hema Committee report.
The video, now going viral, also includes Krishnakumar discussing his daughter's marriage and the need for women to empower themselves. Despite stating that India has many women leaders and that the next century will belong to women, Krishnakumar’s mockery of the Hema Committee report has overshadowed these statements, leading to significant backlash online.