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Chinmayi Sripaada Slams Makers Of Vijay Sethupathi's Maharaja For Working With Tamil Industry's 'Favourite Molester’ Vairamuthu

Chinmayi Sripaada has voiced strong disapproval against the makers of the Vijay Sethupathi-starrer ‘Maharaja’ upon discovering that lyricist Vairamuthu penned the film's songs.

Chinmayi Sripaada has voiced strong disapproval against the makers of the Vijay Sethupathi-starrer ‘Maharaja’ upon discovering that lyricist Vairamuthu penned the film's songs. In a recent post on X, the singer declared she would boycott the film after learning about Vairamuthu's involvement. t

Chinmayi slams Majaraja makers

Chinmayi had previously accused Vairamuthu of sexually harassing her during a 2005 concert in Switzerland. In her post, she wrote, "I sadly, just got to know Vairamuthu wrote the lyrics in 'Maharaja' - a film that talks about rape and sexual abuse. The Tamil Industry is the ONLY one in the WORLD to actually ban someone from working because I named their favourite molester." 

She expressed her disappointment, stating, "I don’t think I am going to watch it but I also just got to know a journalist like Asha Meera got harangued for stating what she felt about the film. I keep hoping for the powerful in Tamil cinema to do better or to do the right thing - only to be disappointed time and again. Quite the sensitivity." 

Chinmayi concluded her message saying, "Someday at some point will there even be a retribution, I wonder. May everyone who promotes molesters, rapists, and sex offenders get what they deserve, manifold." 

Chinmayi Sripaada's allegations against Vairamuthu first surfaced in 2018 as part of the MeToo movement. Following her accusations, she faced backlash and was banned from the dubbing union, led by its president, actor Radha Ravi. 

About Maharaja

‘Maharaja,’ directed by Nithilan Saminathan, premiered in theaters on June 14 and marks Vijay Sethupathi's 50th film. The cast includes Anurag Kashyap, Mamta Mohandas, Natty (Natraj), Bharathiraja, Abhirami, Singampuli, and Kalki. Ajaneesh Loknath composed the film’s music. The film is is performing well at the box office, having grossed over Rs 80 crores in India. 

Maharaja review

ABP Live’s review of the film reads, “'Maharaja' is an ambitious attempt to blend serious societal issues with commercial cinema elements. While it succeeds in parts, particularly through strong performances and engaging music, it falls short in delivering a cohesive and compelling narrative. The film raises important questions but sometimes treats its critical subject matter as mere plot devices, which may leave viewers wanting more depth and sincerity.” Click here for complete review.

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