Tamil television actress Shruthi Narayanan recently found herself at the center of controversy after a leaked private video, allegedly an audition tape, surfaced online.
The 14-minute video sparked widespread debate about the casting couch culture in the entertainment industry, with netizens divided over the issue.
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Days after the leak, Shruthi made a brave public appearance at a promotional event for her upcoming film Guts.
Dressed in a simple blue cotton saree with open hair, the 24-year-old actress appeared calm and composed as she smiled for photographers.
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Many social media users praised her for facing the situation head-on, with one calling her “such a strong girl.”
Shruthi, known for her lead role in the Star Vijay TV serial Siragadikka Aasai, had earlier addressed the controversy through her Instagram story.
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She expressed her distress over the situation, writing, “For you guys, spreading this content might be a joke or fun. But for me and my close ones, it’s a very difficult time. It’s not easy to handle.”
While reactions remain mixed, her dignified return to public events shows resilience.
Whether or not the video was part of a legitimate audition process remains unclear, but the incident has reignited conversations around consent, privacy, and the dark side of casting in the film industry.
Meanwhile, her TV show has now gained insane viewership with over 649 episodes aired.
