Kara director Vignesh Raja sparks outrage after defending ‘brownfacing’ of Mamitha Baiju: ‘Racist’
Indian Express·1h ago·Anger/Controversy
What Happened
Kara director Vignesh Raja faces backlash for defending Malayalam actor Mamitha Baiju's casting in a Tamil role, with critics alleging brownfacing. Raja claims he auditioned 25 girls but selected Mamitha based on performance merit. The controversy highlights ongoing debates about regional casting and representation in Tamil cinema before the film's release.
Key Entities
Vignesh RajaKaraMamitha BaijuDhanushTamil cinemaGalatta Plus