“Please Think Before Spreading False News”: Nivetha Pethuraj Slams False Rumours About Her Lifestyle

On Tuesday, actress Nivetha Pethuraj addressed rumours circulating online about her personal life on X (formerly Twitter), strongly condemning them.

“Lately there has been false news circulating about money being lavishly spent on me. I kept quiet because I thought people who are speaking about this would have some humanity to verify the information they receive before mindlessly spoiling a girl’s life. My family and I have been under extreme stress for a few days. Please think before spreading such false news”, she posted.

The actress, recognised for her performances in movies such as Oru Naal Koothu, Thimiru Pudichavan, Dhamki and Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, detailed the lifestyle she and her family have led to explain the unfounded nature of the accusations made against her.

Nivetha went on to explain that she hails from a respectable family background and has achieved financial independence since the age of 16. Her family has continued to reside in Dubai for more than two decades. Throughout her career in the film industry, she has never solicited roles from producers, directors, or actors. With over 20 films to her credit, all opportunities came her way organically. She emphasises that she has never been driven by greed for work or financial gain.

Her statement affirms that none of the circulated information about her is accurate. She clarifies that her family has been residing in a rented house in Dubai since 2002 and expresses her passion for racing, which began in 2013. She mentions being unaware of racing events in Chennai and downplays the significance attributed to her. Stressing the simplicity of her lifestyle, she mentions overcoming personal struggles to achieve emotional and mental stability. Nivetha desires to maintain a dignified and peaceful life, similar to any woman in a typical family.

Nivetha mentioned that she has no intentions of pursuing legal action against those spreading the rumours, as she still holds onto hope that journalism retains some humanity and won’t persist in defaming her. She also expressed her gratitude to those who stood up in support of her.