Anupama Parameswaran files cybercrime complaint over morphed photos
What's the story
Actor Anupama Parameswaran (29) has filed a complaint with the Kerala Cyber Crime Police after discovering a coordinated attempt at defamation against her. She revealed that multiple fake social media accounts had been created to share morphed photos and spread false allegations involving her, her family, and close friends. A 20-year-old woman was behind the cyberbullying.
Details
'Deeply distressing to witness such targeted harassment online'
In a detailed Instagram post, Parameswaran wrote, "A few days ago, it came to my notice that an Instagram profile was circulating extremely inappropriate and false content about me, my family, and even tagging my friends and co-actors." "The posts included morphed pictures and baseless allegations...it was deeply distressing to witness such targeted harassment online."
Legal proceedings
'Surprising...considering her young age'
The cyber police investigation traced the origin of the content to a 20-year-old woman from Tamil Nadu. Anupama stated, "To my surprise, it turned out to be a 20-year-old girl from Tamil Nadu." "Considering her young age, I have chosen not to disclose her identity as I do not wish to compromise her future or peace of mind." She also emphasized, "Every action online leaves a trace, and accountability will follow."
Wider impact
Parameswaran addresses wider impact of cyberbullying
She added, "We have proceeded with legal action and the individual will face the consequences of her actions." Parameswaran also addressed the wider impact of cyberbullying, particularly on public figures. "Being an actor or a public figure doesn't strip away basic rights. Cyberbullying is a punishable offense, and accountability is real."
Career
Know more about the actor's career
Parameswaran was recently seen in the Telugu film Paradha and the Tamil film Bison Kaalamaadan. She made her acting debut with the Malayalam blockbuster Premam in 2015 and has since worked in several successful films, including Kodi, Tej I Love You, Vunnadhi Okate Zindagi, and Sathamanam Bhavati.