In a recent interview, acclaimed actress Parvathy Thiruvothu has voiced strong support for her South Indian colleagues who are frequently trolled for their Hindi dialect and pronunciation. Thiruvothu, known for her performances across multiple languages, emphasised the need for empathy, stating that extreme negativity towards actors who are still learning new languages is “unnecessary” and that actors will naturally improve over time.
Parvathy Thiruvothu on Navigating Linguistic Nuances
Speaking to Zoom, part of the Times Network, on October 2, 2026, Parvathy Thiruvothu addressed the growing trend of South Indian actors being mocked online as they venture into Hindi cinema. “They are called internet noise for a reason,” she remarked, adding that genuine performances are what truly matter to audiences.
Thiruvothu, who made her Hindi cinema debut with Qarib Qarib Singlle in 2017 alongside Irrfan Khan, highlighted her personal commitment to mastering new languages for her roles.
“As someone who has worked in multiple languages and loves learning new languages, when I get an opportunity to play a character in a different language, I go all the way to learn it in the best capacity possible,” she explained. This includes extensive dialect training and hours of preparation. She further noted her willingness to step aside for a dubbing artist if she felt unable to deliver the required quality.
Currently, Parvathy is filming her fourth Hindi project, Captain India, co-starring Kartik Aaryan, demonstrating her continued dedication to expanding her linguistic reach in the industry.
Rashmika Mandanna and the Dialect Debate
Parvathy’s comments resonate deeply within the industry, especially as other prominent South Indian actors have recently faced similar scrutiny. Rashmika Mandanna, a pan-Indian star recognised for her work in Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi cinema, has openly discussed the trolling she endures regarding her accent and dialogue delivery in various languages.
In a Hindustan Times interview on September 19, 2026, Mandanna addressed the criticism, asserting that she pays little attention to “unnecessary chatter” and prefers to focus on her craft. She clarified that her mother tongue is Kodava Takk, a language without a major film industry, which naturally led her to pursue opportunities in other languages. “I am a Kodava and speak Kodava Takk, we don’t have an industry for my mother tongue. So language has never been a barrier in my career. I treat all languages as my own,” Rashmika stated.
The actress, whose Hindi films include Goodbye, has been specifically trolled for her Hindi accent, particularly in her film Cocktail 2, released on June 19, 2026. While some netizens criticised her accent, others defended it, arguing it was appropriate for the Hyderabadi character she portrayed in the film.
As South Indian actors increasingly embrace pan-Indian projects, the challenges of linguistic diversity and audience expectations remain a pertinent topic. Parvathy Thiruvothu’s stance underscores the importance of fostering an environment where artistic exploration across languages is encouraged, allowing performers the space and time to adapt and excel.