Trisha, a seasoned actress in Tamil and Telugu cinema, is currently at the forefront of Kollywood with a slew of major projects. Her latest film, “Leo,” alongside Vijay and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, enjoyed box office success. Despite critiques of its content, many attribute the film’s triumph to the undeniable buzz and excitement surrounding the LCU.
Mansoor Ali Khan, known for his significant roles in Tamil cinema, particularly in antagonistic and supporting characters, played the role of Hridayaraj D’Souza in “Leo.” His portrayal added depth to the narrative, especially in the second half of the film. As Leo’s friend facing imminent execution, Mansoor Ali Khan’s character becomes a key link to Leo’s past. The controversies surrounding the film, particularly its flashback, heightened interest, with the makers hinting at the possibility of a deceptive narrative. This intriguing plot element further fueled discussions, showcasing Mansoor Ali Khan’s contribution to the film’s intricate storyline.
Mansoor Ali Khan who is part of Leo cast in his recent interaction with media revealed a distrubing statement by stating ‘Just like I did rape sequences in multiple films in the past with Kushboo, Roja & many other actresses, I felt so happy & thought I would have a rape sequence with Trisha in Leo when I was offered a role in the film but sadly there was no such sequence in the film.’
In response to that Actress Trisha has took it to the social media by stating ‘A recent video has come to my notice where Mr.Mansoor Ali Khan has spoken about me in a vile and disgusting manner.I strongly condemn this and find it Sexist,disrespectful,misogynistic,repulsive and in bad taste.He can keep wishing but I am grateful never to have shared screen space with someone as pathetic as him and I will make sure it never happens for the rest of my film career as well. People like him bring a bad name to mankind’ The director of Leo Lokesh Kanagaraj also responded on Mansoor Ali Khan’s Derogatory Comments by stating ‘Disheartened and enraged to hear the misogynistic comments made by Mr.Mansoor Ali Khan, given that we all worked in the same team. Respect for women, fellow artists and professionals should be a non-negotiable in any industry and I absolutely condemn this behaviour’
Mansoor Ali Khan’s inappropriate comments and disturbing statement about Trisha, have sparked widespread condemnation within the industry. The film community has united in support of Trisha, calling for accountability and urging measures to address such behavior. The incident highlights the importance of maintaining professionalism and respect, with voices from the industry advocating for consequences to ensure a safe and dignified working environment.
