Pearle Maaney Protest Post Row: Mareena Clarifies Her Message On Host Was Not Out Of 'Revenge'

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Michael Kurisingal has shared an emotional note thanking supporters after her social media criticism of actor and television presenter Pearle Maaney got the attention of netizens. The actor in her post has clarified that her decision to speak out was never driven by revenge but by a willingness to heal from past experiences and ask for accountability. Mareena's latest statement comes a day after she criticised Pearle over her stance on the ongoing student protests in Delhi over the alleged NEET paper leak, while also alleging that the host had once dismissed an opportunity to interview her.

Mareena Michael Kurisingal says speaking out was not about 'revenge'

Mareena Michael Kurisingal, who has appeared in films such as Happy Wedding and Amar Akbar Anthony. has thanked supporters for standing by her following her recent remarks about actor and television presenter Pearle Maaney. In a heartfelt social media post, Mareena said the overwhelming response she received made her realise she was not alone in her experiences.

Mareena also appeared to confirm rumours that Pearle had declined to interview her because she lacked recognition in the film industry. However, she also reacted to claims that her public statements were motivated by personal vendetta saying it has never been about revenge. "This has never been about revenge. It has never been about bringing someone down. It has always been about acknowledging that words have consequences, and that every person—no matter how small they may seem to someone else—deserves to be treated with dignity," she added.Dedicating the post to "everyone who has ever been cyberbullied, mocked, silenced, or made to feel invisible for speaking your truth or simply for being genuine," the actor mentioned on years of emotional pain that she had kept to herself. "Over the last few days, I've received hundreds of messages. I've read every word with tears in my eyes. For years, I carried a pain that very few people knew about. I questioned myself, stayed silent, and tried to move on because I believed that was the only way to heal," she wrote.

What Did Pearle Maaney Say About Delhi Student Protest?

The actor's latest statement follows her criticism of Pearle Maaney over the latter's response to student protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar regarding the alleged NEET paper leak. Mareena questioned Pearle's stance and also criticised her for disabling comments on her Instagram post and allegedly blocking users who disagreed with her views.Meanwhile, Pearle has disabled comments on her Instagram post after it drew criticism for urging protesting students to return home while calling for peace, safety and non-violence.