Haven’t worn anything not permitted by Indian law at any function: Honey Rose

Kochi: Messages have been pouring in for Honey Rose, who has called out a social media abuser. The actor told Manorama News that the fight is against those invisible social media trolls who target women using abusive words and uncouth language.

What forced you to react strongly now?
This has been a nagging worry for me for years. Now I realise that if I do not respond, it would be inappropriate. I have been continuously shamed through social media for over two years. I was invited to inaugurate an establishment by the manager of an individual, whom I have not named in my social media post. I had a bad experience there, which was shocking. I told them not to call me for any of their programmes in the future. Soon after that, when I went for another programme this person was sitting on the dais. He had put out a video on social media claiming that Honey Rose, who had slammed him, was attending another function with him. But I was not told about this person’s presence by the organisers.

Have you watched these videos, which are circulating on social media?
Whenever I go to such functions, many people take videos on mobiles. I cannot dictate their camera angles. Many among them try to project out body in a vulgar fashion, but this only comes to our notice when it is posted on social media. I have not gone to any function wearing anything that isn’t permitted by Indian laws.

Did you receive enough support in this legal fight?
I am receiving immense support. AMMA was the first to offer their support. Media also ensured my voice was heard. Police officers too have intervened fairly in the case. I cannot stay quiet when I see obscene, vulgar comments in posts. This is why I went to the police station directly and filed a complaint. Cops have arrested one person. They gave me the confidence to go ahead.