- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:57 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Actor Hansika Motwani has landed in controversy after her recent comments on the casting couch went viral. The statement, made during an interview, has sparked a debate online. While she shared her personal experience, many people felt her words overlooked a serious issue. The discussion has once again brought attention to the reality of casting couch in the entertainment industry.
What Hansika Said About Casting Couch
In an interview with Hauterrfly, Hansika was asked whether she had ever been in casting couch situations or not. To this Hansika replied that she had never faced any such situation during her career.
She said, “Maine toh pata chala hai ki jis pason ka kaam karna hai na asli kaam woh sab hota toh nahi hoga. Kyunki meri zindagi mein touch wood is sab hota nahi hua,” she said.
Moreover, she also said that she cannot say much about this issue because she herself has no experience in this field.
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Interviewer’s Response To Her Remark
The host pointed out that just because someone hasn’t faced such situations does not mean the issue does not exist. They stressed that casting couch has been widely reported and cannot be ignored. Hansika agreed to this point and said, “Yes, we can’t avoid it, but I don’t know about it.”
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Social Media Reaction On Hansika Motwani's Casting Couch
Soon after the clip surfaced online, reactions started pouring in. Influencer Komal Pandey criticised her statement praising host, “Good on him for inserting some sense to her brain.” Many users also questioned her perspective and called it insensitive. Some comments were sarcastic, while others said her opinion ignored the struggles of many in the industry.
Debate Around The Issue
At the same time, several users appreciated the interviewer for addressing the topic carefully. Many said the host handled the situation well and highlighted an important point. The incident has again sparked a wider discussion on casting couch, with opinions divided between personal experiences and the larger reality.




