Sai Pallavi Faces Backlash Over Old Video On Indian Army

Actress Sai Pallavi, set to play Sita in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, has sparked controversy after an old video resurfaced online. In the 2022 interview clip, she states that the Indian army is perceived as a "terrorist group" in Pakistan, highlighting the complex dynamics between the two nations. Pallavi's remarks have drawn ire from netizens, who condemn her comments.

The viral video has led to widespread criticism, with many expressing disappointment and anger. Comments range from accusations of being "communist" to concerns about her casting as Sita in Ramayana. One user wrote, "Historian Sai Pallavi is back! Comparing Kashmiri Hindu genocide to cattle smuggling—brilliant insight, right?" Another said, "So sad this Communist Sai Pallavi is playing the role of Sita Ma in Ramayana."

Despite the backlash, Sai Pallavi's highly anticipated Bollywood debut in Ramayana remains one of the most talked-about projects. Sharing the screen with Ranbir Kapoor, she will be joined by Yash as Ravana and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman. The film is touted as one of the biggest productions in Indian cinema.

As Sai Pallavi faces scrutiny over her past comments, her upcoming Tamil film Amaran, directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, is slated for release on October 31. Produced by Kamal Haasan and starring Sivakarthikeyan, Amaran is an adaptation of India's Most Fearless: True Stories of Modern Military. The controversy surrounding her remarks may impact her upcoming projects.