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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has entered the growing controversy surrounding Telugu actor Sivaji’s recent remarks on women’s clothing, delivering a sharp rebuke on social media. Sivaji’s comments, made during the pre-release event of Dhandora, sparked widespread criticism for being misogynistic and regressive, drawing strong reactions from both industry figures and netizens.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Ram Gopal Varma condemned Sivaji in unequivocal terms. In a strongly worded post, the director rejected any form of moral policing, asserting that Sivaji had no authority to comment on how women in society or the film industry choose to dress. Varma’s statement added fuel to an already escalating debate within the Telugu film fraternity.

The controversy began when Sivaji, who recently portrayed the antagonist in Court, praised a female anchor for wearing a saree and went on to advise actresses to avoid revealing outfits. He argued that beauty lies in “complete attire” rather than physical display, and suggested that women who dress differently may face private ridicule despite public appreciation. Sivaji further compared women to nature and his mother, emphasizing what he described as modesty and restraint, while citing legendary actresses and Rashmika Mandanna as examples of earning respect through both work and dressing choices.

Following these remarks, several prominent voices from the Telugu film industry—including Chinmayi Sripada, Manchu Manoj, Lakshmi Manchu, and Anasuya Bharadwaj—publicly criticized Sivaji, calling his statements outdated and inappropriate. With Ram Gopal Varma’s intervention, the issue has intensified, reigniting discussions around freedom of expression, gender sensitivity, and moral policing in cinema and public spaces.