Simran addresses fellow actor's 'aunty roles' jab: Was hurt, she said I'm sorry
The controversy began after Simran's acceptance speech at the JFW Movie Awards 2025, where she won for her negative role in 'Andhagan'. The actor recalled an incident involving a fellow actor who mocked her for playing 'aunty roles'. According to Simran, she had texted a fellow actor to compliment her performance, only to receive the response: 'At least I'm not doing aunty roles.'Reacting to this, Simran said during her speech, 'But I feel it's better to do aunty roles and main aunty roles – mother of 25 years. I have done it in 'Kannathil Muthamittal' also, than playing dabba roles and doing nothing. That's what I feel. We should feel confident about what we all want to do.'advertisementSoon after the speech went viral, the Internet claimed that her comment was either for Jyotika or Laila. It is also worth noting that Simran did not mention any names of her fellow actors during the interview regarding this topic.On the work front, Simran's latest venture, 'Tourist Family', is having a successful run at the box office. The film released in theatres on May 1 and has grossed over Rs 70 crore despite clashing with Suriya's 'Retro' and Nani's 'HIT 3' at the box office.Must Watch
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