During the event, Siddharth indirectly referenced the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial Animal starring Ranbir Kapoor while discussing reactions to Chithha.He highlighted a curious trend where some men expressed discomfort with Chithha being too disturbing, yet they were willing to watch Animal. This observation drew attention to what Siddharth perceived as a double standard in the perception of disturbing content in cinema.
Siddharth said, “No women told director Arun or me that they couldn’t watch Chithha or that it was disturbing. But many men told us they couldn’t watch Chithha as it would be disturbing. The same men will watch Mirugam (Animal), but Chithha is more disturbing for them. It’s not disturbance. It is shame and guilt. I am sure such attitude will change soon.”
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The actor’s comments have garnered a mixed response from netizens. Supporters of Animal have criticized Siddharth, while those who resonated with his viewpoint on societal attitudes have rallied behind him.
Chithha, directed by SU Arun Kumar, is a gripping thriller that delves into the sensitive topic of child abuse. Starring Siddharth, Nimisha Sajayan, and Baby Sahasra Sree, the film is produced by Siddharth’s production company, Etaki Entertainment. It not only sheds light on family abuse but also explores avenues for support and assistance for those impacted by such issues.