When Srinidhi Shetty said female characters take a backseat when the hero leads; “Everybody else... become accessories to the plot or maybe to the hero’s character”
- Posted on October 10, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Srinidhi Shetty, the acclaimed KGF franchise star, has highlighted a persistent industry challenge: the marginalization of female characters in South Indian cinema. During a 2025 interview with Siddharth Kannan, the actress critiqued how women are frequently reduced to supporting roles, functioning merely as narrative devices rather than fully developed protagonists. Her comments underscore the ongoing debate about gender representation and character depth in regional film industries, questioning whether female actors receive substantial storylines or simply complement male-led narratives.
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When Srinidhi Shetty said female characters take a backseat when the hero leads; “Everybody else... become accessories to the plot or maybe to the hero’s character”
Srinidhi Shetty once spoke about how female characters are portrayed in South Indian cinema, noting that their importance often depends on the story. The actor, who rose to fame with the ‘KGF’ franchise, discussed the subject during a conversation with Siddharth Kannan in 2025.
