Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has publicly supported actresses Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, and Riddhi Kumar after actor Sivaji made controversial remarks about women's attire at a film event. Varma praised the actresses for wearing what they chose, calling their actions a "face slap" to those making "moral barkings." Sivaji's comments, which drew backlash and an apology for using "unparliamentary" language, focused on modest dressing. The actresses' fashion choices at the "The Raja Saab" event, including sarees and a lehenga, became a point of discussion.