Mammootty faces hate comment over tilak in Gujarat; Harisree Yousuf respond
Actor Harisree Yousuf defended Mammootty against online criticism after the star was seen receiving a traditional tilak during a visit to Gujarat. Yousuf emphasized the importance of artistic broad-mindedness and religious tolerance.
Why it matters
The incident reflects ongoing tensions regarding religious identity and cultural expression in the Indian public sphere.
Malayalam actor - comedian Harisree Yousuf responded to a derogatory comment directed at the National Award-winning actor Mammootty. Harisree Yousuf was reacting to a video showing Mammootty being welcomed in Gujarat with a tilak on his forehead.Mammootty had travelled to Gujarat to receive the National Award. A video from his visit showed him being greeted with the traditional welcome gesture. The footage also prompted a comment criticising the actor for accepting the tilak.Harisree Yousuf addressed the comment and spoke about religion, faith and how people respond to cultural practices.Harisree Yousuf responds to Mammootty commentIn his Facebook video, Harisree Yousuf said Malayalis were proud of Mammootty after his National Award win. He questioned the criticism aimed at the actor over the tilak shown in the video.The actor said, “Malayalis were all very happy that he received the National Award for Best Actor. We applauded for him.
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