DMK Chief MK Stalin's Comment on Sathyabhama Sparks Body-Shaming Accusation

DMK Chief MK Stalin's comment about TVK's bypoll candidate Sathyabhama has led to accusations of body-shaming from the ruling party. Stalin referred to Sathyabhama as 'Suitcase-Bhama' and questioned how she could perform a somersault with her figure, drawing a sharp response from TVK. The TVK has demanded an apology from the DMK chief.

Key facts

• DMK Chief MK Stalin referred to TVK's bypoll candidate Sathyabhama as 'Suitcase-Bhama' and questioned how she could perform a somersault with her figure.
• TVK leader and Health Minister Arun Raj accused Stalin of body-shaming Sathyabhama, stating that the comment was an insult to women and the Dalit community.
• The TVK has demanded an apology from the DMK chief.
• The controversy arises amidst allegations of 'horse-trading' against the ruling TVK, with six AIADMK MLAs resigning and joining the TVK after the recent Assembly election.

Sources

• NDTV