Gouri G Kishan Appeals for Empathy After Body-Shaming Incident; Urges Fans Not to Target Vlogger

In a powerful display of grace following a recent and widely publicised body-shaming incident, actress Gouri G Kishan has issued a heartfelt appeal to her fans, asking them not to target or harass the vlogger involved. The actress, who was promoting her upcoming Tamil film Others at a press conference in Chennai, was forced to confront a deeply inappropriate and “irrelevant” question about her weight.

The Viral Confrontation

The controversy, which has since dominated social media discourse, stemmed from a November 6 exchange where a video blogger allegedly asked the actress a question focused on her physical appearance rather than her professional work. Gouri G Kishan, known for her roles in films like Master, responded firmly and visibly upset at the time, asserting that her weight was irrelevant to her talent and a private choice. “How does my weight concern you in any way? My weight is my choice and it does not concern my talent,” she was quoted as saying, strongly condemning the remark as “body-shaming.”

Her immediate and articulate stand against the unsolicited comment earned her massive support from industry colleagues, media organizations, and the general public, who praised her courage in standing up to harassment in a public forum.

A Call for Empathy and Respect

Following the swift and widespread backlash against the vlogger, Gouri G Kishan released a statement on Saturday, moving the conversation beyond the individual incident to a broader message of sensitivity and respect.

“Comments or questions — direct or indirect — that target a person’s body or appearance are inappropriate in any context,” the actress said, reiterating her stance against body shaming and the perpetuation of unrealistic beauty standards.

Crucially, she then focused on de-escalation, urging her supporters to refrain from personal attacks. “But I also want to be clear this is not an invitation to target or harass the individual involved. Let’s use this moment instead to move forward with greater empathy, sensitivity, and respect on all sides.”

Industry Supports Her Stance

The incident quickly garnered condemnation from various quarters. The Chennai Press Club, the AMMA Association (Malayalam Film Industry), and the South India Nadigar Sangam all issued strong statements of support for Gouri G Kishan and censuring the vlogger’s unprofessional behaviour.

The actress thanked the organizations, the media, and the public for their “overwhelming and humbling” support, noting that she took a stand not only for herself but for anyone who has faced similar objectification.

The entire episode has reignited an important discussion within the entertainment industry and media circles about journalistic ethics, especially concerning the invasive questions often directed at female actors, and the necessity of promoting body positivity and professionalism in public interactions.