Sanjana Ganesan, a renowned sports broadcaster, has been commended for her dignified response to a body-shaming comment directed at her on a special Valentine's Day post featuring her and her husband, Indian cricket team pacer Jasprit Bumrah. The couple, among the most adored in the cricketing world, collaborated with the esteemed beauty brand L'Oréal to share a video on their social media platforms, attracting widespread admiration for their relationship and chemistry ahead of Valentine's Day.
Despite the overwhelmingly positive reception, one online comment aimed to body-shame Ganesan, prompting a response that highlighted her resilience and class. Ganesan's retort not only addressed the inappropriate nature of the comment but also questioned the integrity and upbringing of the individual responsible.
"Bhabhi moti lg rhi hai" (Sister-in-law is looking fat)," read a comment.
The comment, which has since been removed, sparked a wave of support from fans of both Ganesan and Bumrah, showcasing the community's stand against online harassment.
"School ki science textbook toh yaad hoti nahi hai tumse, bada auraton ke bodies ke baare mein comment kar raho. Bhaago yaha se.." (You can't even memorise the science textbooks from school and here you are commenting on female body shapes, scoot from here), said Sanjana Ganesan in her reply.
Need for digital literacy
This incident underscores the importance of maintaining decorum and respect in online interactions, particularly when engaging with public figures. It serves as a reminder of the need for digital literacy and empathy in the virtual world, where comments can have real-world impacts on individuals' lives. Moreover, the supportive reaction from the community highlights a collective stance against cyberbullying, reinforcing the idea that kindness and respect should guide our online behavior.
Jasprit Bumrah and Sanjana Ganesan tied the knot in 2021
Since their marriage in March 2021, Bumrah and Ganesan have been open about sharing glimpses of their personal life with their followers, fostering a connection with fans beyond the realm of professional cricket. Bumrah himself has navigated through periods of criticism and online trolling, particularly during a phase marked by injuries in the 2022-23 season, which saw him taking a break from competitive cricket.
Bumrah's exceptional performance in Visakhapatnam
Jasprit Bumrah, buoyed by his exceptional performance in the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam, where he claimed 9 wickets contributing significantly to India's victory, is gearing up for the upcoming third Test in Rajkot. This performance not only aided India in balancing the five-match series at 1-1 but also propelled Bumrah to the top of the ICC Test Rankings, making him the first Indian fast bowler to reach this pinnacle.
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