Trisha reacts to Mansoor Ali Khan apology. Hours after actor Mansoor Ali issued a public apology to Trisha for his inappropriate comments, the actress responded with a simple yet powerful post. Quoting poet Alexander Pope, Trisha stated, "To err is human, to forgive is divine," accompanied by a prayer emoji. This concise message serves as her final word on the matter.
For context, Mansoor Ali Khan's controversial remarks about Trisha, expressing disappointment over the absence of certain scenes in their film "Leo" and seemingly lamenting the lack of certain content in Tamil films, sparked widespread outrage on social media. Subsequently, the National Women's Commission filed a police complaint against the actor, charging him with sexual harassment and intent to outrage a woman's modesty.
In response to the legal proceedings, Mansoor Ali Khan issued an apology to Trisha in a somewhat convoluted statement, where he also claimed victory in a metaphorical "bloodless war" and thanked those who supported him.
Trisha's brief but profound response encapsulates the essence of forgiveness, emphasizing the human capacity to err and the virtuous act of forgiveness. The episode has brought attention not only to the need for responsible comments in the entertainment industry but also to the broader societal discourse around the portrayal of women in films.