Sunitha Upadrasta Clarifies Controversial Feminism Comments Amid Backlash

Sunitha Upadrasta Faces Criticism Over Feminism Remarks

Sunitha Upadrasta recently stirred controversy with her remarks regarding feminism, which led to significant backlash. During an interview, the singer and voice artist expressed her views on 'my body, my choice,' juxtaposing it with the phrase 'his eyes, his choice.' This comparison drew sharp criticism from social media users who deemed her comments problematic. In response to the uproar, Sunitha took to Instagram Stories to clarify her statements, explaining that they were made in a moment of anger and frustration, and were never intended to condone disrespect or exploitation. She emphasized her commitment to equality, dignity, and respect for women.

Clarification on Misunderstood Feminism Views

Sunitha Upadrasta Says Her Feminism Views Were Misunderstood

In the interview, Sunitha's remarks linking 'my body, my choice' with 'his eyes, his choice' faced backlash as netizens accused her of undermining feminist principles. Following the criticism, she addressed the matter through her Instagram Stories, stating that her comments stemmed from anger and disappointment regarding how some men view women. She clarified, “A statement in my recent interview was made out of sheer anger and disappointment at the way some lecherous men perceive women, and was never intended to justify, encourage or normalize disrespect, judgement, exploitation, or any inappropriate behaviour towards women.”

Sunitha reiterated her core beliefs, asserting, “As a woman, I strongly believe in equal rights, equal opportunities, dignity, and respect for women. I would never support or tolerate anything that harms or demeans another woman.” She urged the public not to misinterpret her comments, emphasizing that they should be understood in context rather than being taken out of context. “My values remain unchanged: equality, respect, and zero tolerance for exploitation and injustice towards women,” she added.

Sunitha Upadrasta's Views on Feminism

What Did Sunitha Upadrasta Say About Feminism?

During her interview with Gulte, Sunitha was asked about her perspective on the fight for equality. She expressed her surprise at the ongoing debates, stating, "The debates on equality today surprise me; I think it’s a waste of time. If you think freedom is to wear whatever you want, you’re being foolish. That’s not feminism at all. It is to value my opinions as much as a man's, and if I am treated well, that’s important.”

When the male interviewer pointed out that 'my body, my right' is a commonly used feminist slogan, Sunitha responded, “My body, my right. And his eyes, his right. When women say it, then it’s his right too. In my opinion, it doesn’t come under freedom. Wear whatever you want, as long as you’re safe. If you think nobody will judge you or look at you, wear it. It’s easier to keep myself safe than to change how someone else views me. It’s not our culture. I don’t mind if you think I’m old school.” Sunitha, a well-known 48-year-old singer and voice artist, has received numerous accolades and has lent her voice to many popular songs.