Actress Parvathy Thiruvothu has spoken in support of South Indian actors who face online criticism over their Hindi accents and pronunciation. The actress said that performers learning a new language should be given time to improve, adding that excessive negativity toward them is unnecessary.
Known for working across different languages, Parvathy also shared her own approach to preparing for roles that require her to speak a language she is not familiar with.
Parvathy Thiruvothu on Learning New Languages for Roles
During an interview with Zoom, on October 2, 2026, Parvathy discussed the criticism South Indian actors often encounter when entering Hindi cinema.
Commenting on social media trolling, she said, “They are called internet noise for a reason,” while stressing that what ultimately matters is the quality of an actor’s performance.
Parvathy made her Hindi film debut with Qarib Qarib Singlle in 2017, where she starred alongside Irrfan Khan. She explained that whenever she takes on a role in another language, she makes a serious effort to learn it properly.
According to the actress, her preparation involves extensive dialect training and considerable practice. She also said that if she feels she cannot achieve the required quality in a particular language, she is willing to let a dubbing artist take over.
Parvathy is currently working on her fourth Hindi film, Captain India, which also stars Kartik Aaryan.
Rashmika Mandanna Has Also Faced Accent Criticism
Parvathy’s comments come at a time when several South Indian actors working in Hindi cinema have faced similar discussions about their accents and dialogue delivery.
Rashmika Mandanna, who has worked in Telugu, Kannada, Tamil and Hindi films, has previously spoken about the criticism surrounding her language and accent.
In an interview, on September 19, 2026, Mandanna said she does not pay much attention to what she described as “unnecessary chatter” and instead concentrates on her work.
The actress also explained that her mother tongue is Kodava Takk, which does not have a major film industry of its own. As a result, she has worked across multiple languages throughout her career.
“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 said.
Rashmika’s Hindi Accent Sparks Debate
Rashmika has also faced criticism over her Hindi accent, particularly for her performance in Cocktail 2, which was released on June 19, 2026.
While some social media users questioned her accent and dialogue delivery, others defended the actress, pointing out that her speech was suited to the Hyderabadi character she played in the film.
As actors increasingly move between regional and Hindi cinema, questions around accents, dialects and language adaptation continue to attract attention. Parvathy’s remarks highlight the challenges performers can face while taking on roles in languages beyond their mother tongue.