Following backlash from actress Tamannah Bhatia, director G Suraj issued an apology for his unsavoury comments against the actress. In his apology, Suraj said he was "really sorry." "I am really sorry and would like to apologise to Ms Tamannah and all the heroines in the industry. My intention was not to show anyone in bad light or hurt their sentiments. I am sorry once again and take back my comments," he said in a statement.
The well-known director made some sexist remarks while talking about Tamannah's costumes in his upcoming film. Furious with his disrespectful words, Tamannah prompted him to issue an apology. "This is 2016 and it is very ironic that I had to leave a film like 'Dangal' in the middle which is on woman empowerment and to tackle this issue. I am very hurt and angered by the comments made by my director Suraj and I would definitely want him to apologise, not only to me, but to all women in the industry," she said in a statement on her Twitter. Her statement was retweeted by co-actor Vishal, also general secretary of the South Indian Artistes' Association, who called Suraj's comments as "totally unnecessary."
