Hindu Makkal Katchi (Hindu People's Party) of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday strongly objected to the proposed portrayal of 'Seeta' in actor Nandamuri Balakrishna's forthcoming Telugu film 'Sri Rama Rajyam' by actress Nayanthara.
The film was launched on Monday at Ramakrishna Studios, Nacharam in the city with much fanfare.
In a statement issued to media, HMK stated that the epic 'Ramayana' was a book of morals, and Seeta was seen as an embodiment of moral virtues.
The HMK argued out that Nayanatara, who was alleged to be involved in a love affair with choreographer-director Prabhu Deva, a married man, had no moral right to portray Seeta in the movie.
HMK secretary Kannan alleged that Nayanthara had tried to steal another woman's husband in real life. So she had no moral right to play Seeta.
Earlier, the HMK, a pro-Hindu organisation, has often raised its voice against the alleged violation of Hindu ethos.
It had protested against Shriya Saran and Mallika Sherawat for attending public functions in short dresses.
Actress Khushboo has been criticized by the organization for her controversial statements on virginity.
It recently campaigned against actors Asin, Vivek Oberoi and Suriya for touring Sri Lanka for shooting a film.
What the HMK conveniently forgot is that if Nayanthara is not eligible to play the role of 'Seeta' for her alleged involvement with Prabhu Deva, then going by the same standards, Balakrishna is not suited to portray Rama as he has been linked with actress Naghma in the past. Balayya's wife had struggled to get back her husband.