Malavika Mohanan exposes double standards in the film industry, questions "When will this bias end?"

Malavika Mohanan, who made her debut with the Malayalam film 'Pattam Pole', has steadily captured the hearts of Tamil audiences with her performances in popular films like 'Petta', 'Master', and 'Thangalaan'. Currently, she is busy shooting for 'Sardar 2', a sequel that has already created a lot of buzz. Known for her bold opinions and candid interviews, Malavika recently opened up about a pressing issue she has observed in the film industry, the deep-rooted gender bias.
Actors wearing a ‘Mask’ of respectfulness, says Malavika Mohanan
In a recent interview with Hauterrfly, Malavika Mohanan pointed out how some actors in the industry project a false image of being respectful towards women. "There are a few actors who put on a facade, wearing a 'mask' at the right time to earn a good reputation," she said. She revealed that over the past five years, she has come across many such individuals who cleverly maintain this dual image, acting differently when the cameras are off.
Malavika shares her eye-opening experiences over five years
Malavika Mohanan elaborated that these actors know exactly when to speak and behave in a way that earns them public approval, especially concerning women’s issues. However, their true nature often emerges when they are away from the spotlight. She shared her disappointment at witnessing this hypocrisy firsthand, noting how vastly some personalities change once the cameras stop rolling.
Malavika calls for an end to deep-rooted gender discrimination
Questioning the need for such pretenses, Malavika Mohanan strongly criticized the lingering disparity between how men and women are treated in the industry. "This mindset of seeing men one way and women another has deeply rooted itself in cinema," she said. Expressing her frustration, she wondered aloud when this discriminatory attitude would finally end. Her brave comments have once again highlighted the ongoing need for real change behind the glamour of the silver screen.