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News1811-01-2026, 08:29

Parvathy Recalls Childhood Harassment by Strangers: "We Are Born And Then Assaulted"

  • National Award-winning actor Parvathy Thiruvothu shared disturbing childhood experiences of harassment by male strangers.
  • Speaking on The Male Feminist podcast, she recounted incidents like being pinched in an auto-rickshaw and smacked at a railway station.
  • Parvathy highlighted how her mother taught her defensive tactics, such as observing men's hands and avoiding window shopping.
  • She also mentioned instances of public flashing, emphasizing the lasting impact these experiences had on her.
  • Known for her outspoken views on gender and safety, Parvathy is set to appear in "The Storm," a thriller series for Prime Video.

Why It Matters: Parvathy Thiruvothu bravely shared her childhood harassment experiences, highlighting the pervasive issue of public assault.

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