Viral video: Udhayanidhi Stalin ‘hides in toilet’; police keep waiting to detain him over remarks on Trisha Krishnan
Udhayanidhi Stalin was detained after making provocative remarks about actress Trisha Krishnan during a rally.
On 4 August, DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin was detained following remarks he allegedly made against actress Trisha Krishnan during a rally about the Cauvery dispute on 3 August. A video from his residence went viral, showing his wife Kiruthiga speaking with waiting police officers. Kiruthiga, a filmmaker and writer in Tamil cinema, informed the officers that Udhayanidhi was still getting ready in the bathroom.
She requested more time before detention. Tamil Nadu minister Ma Subramaniam also urged for a slight delay, warning that waiting too long could attract negative public reaction. The police officer explained they were fulfilling their lawful duty but emphasized they wouldn't violate any laws. Subramaniam continued to appeal for "10 more minutes," citing Udhayanidhi's recent 8-hour journey to Thanjavur.
After being detained, Udhayanidhi stated he was prepared to face any consequences, questioning whether courts would prioritize speech over women's dignity.
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