Popular British actress Jameela Jamil, who is also an activist and a radio presenter, has claimed that she received rape and death threats every time she spoke in support of farmers’ protest in India.
In a lengthy statement on Instagram, Jameela said “I have repeatedly spoken about the farmers in India over the past few months and what is happening there at the moment, but each time I do I am met with death and rape threats. SO while you are pressuring me in my DMs please keep in mind that I am a human being who has some limitations as to what I can handle.”
She added, “I do, however, maintain my solidarity is of course with the farmers in India and everyone fighting for their rights during this protest.” She posted the statement with the caption “power always to the people”.
Jameela Jamil’s father, Ali Jamil, is of Indian origin and mother, Shireen Jamil, a Pakistani. She rose to fame with her role Tahani Al-Jamil in the NBC fantasy comedy series The Good Place. The actress was the first solo female presenter of the BBC Radio 1 chart show.