Singer Chinmayi Sripaada, a vocal advocate against casting couch and sexual harassment in the entertainment industry, has once again brought to light allegations against actor John Vijay. Chinmayi shared screenshots on social media detailing the experiences of several women who claim to have been harassed by John Vijay. The allegations include accounts of John making women feel uncomfortable with his ogling and behavior at workplaces, pubs, and restaurants.
One journalist also came forward, claiming that John had behaved inappropriately with her. This is not the first time John Vijay has faced such allegations. During the #MeToo movement in 2018, several women, including VJ, RJ, and singer Sriranjani, accused him of similar behavior. Chinmayi had then thanked Sriranjani for speaking out and encouraged other women to share their stories.
Chinmayi's latest revelations have brought attention to the ongoing issue of sexual harassment in the entertainment industry. John Vijay, who has worked in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi films, has yet to respond to the latest allegations. However, in 2018, he had apologized for his behavior. The actor's recent works include Tamil films Por and Bayamariya Brammai, Malayalam film Thankamani, and Telugu films Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire and Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad.
The entertainment industry continues to grapple with issues of sexual harassment and misconduct. Chinmayi's efforts to bring attention to these allegations highlight the need for a safer and more supportive environment for women in the industry. By sharing their stories, women like Sriranjani and others are helping to create a culture of accountability and empowerment.