Anasuya Bharadwaj Hits Back At Trolls Calling Her 'Aunty' For Slamming Sivaji: I'm 40, He's 54

Telugu actor Sivaji’s comments urging actresses to dress modestly, following the shocking incidents involving Nidhhi Agerwal and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, drew sharp criticism online. Singer Chinmayi Sripada and Anasuya Bharadwaj were among those who slammed the actor for his “misogynistic” remarks. The latter faced severe trolling from Sivaji’s fans, who age-shamed her. She has now responded to the harsh comments! Taking to her X handle to hit back at trolls, the TV personality stated that she was being targeted simply for taking a stand.Anasuya Bharadwaj Hits Back At TrollsShe wrote, "I need to say this… Some men… and even some women… are trying to diminish me, to make me seem smaller, using my age against me. People with this mindset often target progressive

women. This stems from a fear of losing control over women and a desire to uphold weak patriarchal pride.""This is not about all men or all women. But I appeal to everyone—men and women alike—to think deeply. We don’t have to carry forward the habits or beliefs that older generations taught us. We can choose change. We can protect our dignity, our freedom. We can empower each other and stand in support. Our value comes from our choices—nothing else," added Bharadwaj.She also urged the media to act responsibly and not "glorify" such behaviour. In a follow-up tweet, she said that she will always stand tall, unbothered and strong.

Anasuya also pointed out: "Someone said something last night… addressing that issue, some men and women were unnecessarily shaming me, calling me 'aunty'… they only call him 'garu.' But I haven’t become a hypocrite. I’m 40… he must be around 54. Still, both of us are maintaining our fitness and 'glamour' properly for our profession, not personally. Everyone else, think of your own youthful energy as something else. Seriously… whatever I say, it feels like people just raise an eyebrow at me."She ended the post by wishing everyone Merry Christmas and urging them to focus on positivity.