Saanvie Tallwar Says Women Should Speak Up When They're Ready Amid Past Allegations

Mumbai: Television actress Saanvie Tallwar has spoken about the importance of coming forward when one feels emotionally prepared, while reflecting on the controversy surrounding her past allegations against actor Karan Kundrra.

In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Saanvie said she has learned that people should speak about difficult experiences only when they genuinely feel ready, rather than under pressure.

"I have learned that I should speak when I genuinely feel ready to do so. Earlier, I chose to speak only to those whom I felt it was important to talk to. As stories pass from one person to another, they often get distorted. Today, I am comfortable speaking openly because it is my choice. I do not worry about what people think. If I believe something is right, I should speak about it," she said.

Asked why she addressed the issue years after it allegedly occurred, Saanvie said there is no fixed timeline for speaking out.

"I want to tell every woman that if something wrong has happened to you and you were unable to speak about it earlier, it is never too late. Come forward when you feel ready. If you never speak about your experiences, people will never know the truth," she added.

Saanvie had previously alleged that while working with Karan Kundrra on the television show Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum, he kissed her without her consent and slapped her during filming. She also claimed that producer Ekta Kapoor intervened after the incident and that changes were subsequently made to the show's direction team.

Karan Kundrra has publicly denied the allegations in the past. The claims and denials remain disputed, and there has been no publicly reported court finding establishing the allegations.

With inputs from IANS