After the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, the drag artist Barabara Butch was mocked online and was given death threats over a controversial set that some felt was a display of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ. Now, after days of cyber-bullying, Butch is moving court against her detractors.

Butch is filing "several complaints against these acts, whether committed by French nationals or foreigners and intends to prosecute anyone who tries to intimidate her in the future,"&nbsp;said Butch's attorney Audrey Msellati. 
 
In a statement shared on Instagram on Monday (Jul&nbsp;29), Msellati noted that Butch has been the target of an "extremely violent campaign of cyber-harassment and defamation."

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<h2>Barbara Butch reacts to online haters</h2>

In an Instagram post accompanying her lawyer's statement, Barbara Butch said she was honoured to have taken part in the Olympics opening ceremony while hitting back at her critics.

"My heart is still broken and I thank you for all the love and strength you have given me since then," she said, as per an auto-translation of the post originally made in French.

"Through my DJ career and militantism, I have always promoted love and inclusivity - for me, it is what will save the world, even when it falls apart.

"However, today I am the target of an umpteenth cyber-bullying - particularly violent one. If at first, I decide not to speak on it to let the haters get off, the messages I receive are becoming more and more extreme," she wrote.&nbsp;

"Some people don't like me, I exist. I’ve never been ashamed of who I am and I own it all - including my artistic choices," Butch added.&nbsp;

"All my life I’ve refused to be a victim: I will not shut up. I'm not afraid of those who hide behind a screen, or a pseudonym, to vomit their hatred and frustrations. I will fight them with no trembling."

<h2>Who is Barbara Butch?</h2>

Barbara Butch is an artist-activist and DJ who appeared in a drag performance as part of the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris this past weekend. The drag show was criticised by a section of Christians and the right wing as mocking the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, while the Olympics organisers said it was depicting the Greek God of joy, Dionysus.

According to her lawyer, Barbara Butch received death threats and was warned of "torture and rape".&nbsp;

She was also targeted with "anti-Semitic, homophobic, sexist, and grossophobic insults," said Msellati.

(With inputs from agencies)

After the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, the drag artist Barabara Butch was mocked online and was given death threats over a controversial set that some felt was a display of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ.

After the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, the drag artist Barabara Butch was mocked online and was given death threats over a controversial set that some felt was a display of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ. Now, after days of cyber-bullying, Butch is moving court against her detractors. Butch is filing "several complaints against these acts, whether committed by French nationals or foreigners and intends to prosecute anyone who tries to intimidate her in the future," said Butch's attorney Audrey Msellati. In a statement shared on Instagram on Monday (Jul 29), Msellati noted that Butch has been the target of an "extremely violent campaign of cyber-harassment and defamation." Also read: Paris Olympics 2024: Triathlon postponed to Wednesday due to Seine pollution in another setback for organisers Barbara Butch reacts to online haters In an Instagram post accompanying her lawyer's statement, Barbara Butch said she was honoured to have taken part in the Olympics opening ceremony while hitting back at her critics. "My heart is still broken and I thank you for all the love and strength you have given me since then," she said, as per an auto-translation of the post originally made in French. "Through my DJ career and militantism, I have always promoted love and inclusivity - for me, it is what will save the world, even when it falls apart. "However, today I am the target of an umpteenth cyber-bullying - particularly violent one. If at first, I decide not to speak on it to let the haters get off, the messages I receive are becoming more and more extreme," she wrote. "Some people don't like me, I exist. I’ve never been ashamed of who I am and I own it all - including my artistic choices," Butch added. "All my life I’ve refused to be a victim: I will not shut up. I'm not afraid of those who hide behind a screen, or a pseudonym, to vomit their hatred and frustrations. I will fight them with no trembling." Who is Barbara Butch? Barbara Butch is an artist-activist and DJ who appeared in a drag performance as part of the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris this past weekend. The drag show was criticised by a section of Christians and the right wing as mocking the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, while the Olympics organisers said it was depicting the Greek God of joy, Dionysus. According to her lawyer, Barbara Butch received death threats and was warned of "torture and rape". She was also targeted with "anti-Semitic, homophobic, sexist, and grossophobic insults," said Msellati. (With inputs from agencies)

Olympics drag artist Barbara Butch takes online haters to court after opening ceremony controversy

The trailer of Taali, a new series headlined by Sushmita Sen, was unveiled on Monday. The series based on the inspiring life of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant is all set to premiere on 15th August on JioCinema.&nbsp; 
 
Created by Arjun Singgh Baran and Kartk D Nishandar, directed by National award-winning director Ravi Jadhav, written by Kshitij Patwardhan, and produced by Arjun Singgh Baran, Kartk D Nishandar and Afeefa Nadiadwala, the series will showcase the revolutionary story of Sawant, and her iconic fight for the recognition of the third gender in India.&nbsp;

Sushmita Sen’s impressive transformation as a transgender activist has heightened the anticipation among her fans.&nbsp; 
 
Taali throws light on the trials and tribulations of Shreegauri Sawant’s life – her daring transformation from Ganesh to Gauri and the discrimination she was subjected to because of that; her fearless journey towards motherhood, and the audacious battle that led to the inclusion and identification of the third gender on every official document in India.&nbsp;

 
Coupled with an inspirational storyline, the series hits the right chords with some thought-provoking dialogues, that assures to be an interesting watch!

Watch Taali trailer here:&nbsp;

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Sushmita Sen commented on her powerful portrayal of Shreegauri Sawant, "When I was first approached for Taali, in my mind it was an instant yes, however, I took six and a half months to come on board officially. I knew I wanted to be absolutely prepared, well-read and researched to take up a critical and significant responsibility like this one. Shreegauri Sawant is an admirable human being, I connect with her on so many aspects, and I’m fortunate to have got the opportunity live through her incredible life, through this series. The road ahead to inclusivity is a long one, and I’m certain Taali is a force that will help spearhead this shift in consciousness." 
 
Shreegauri Sawant also shared, “I am overwhelmed and grateful to the entire team of Taali for treating my story with sensitivity. After interacting and looking at the effort Sushmita Sen put to get my nuances right, I cannot think of anyone else doing justice to my character. She has portrayed my journey with so much authenticity. I am grateful to the makers and the entire team of the show for showcasing an important story. This is not just my journey; this is the journey and the ordeal of my people, and many people around me, who are fighting for basic rights in society. The show raises some hard-hitting questions which hopefully can change the attitude of the society towards transgenders. Gaali Se Taali tak ka safar mere liye bohot hi emotional journey raha. I will feel fulfilled if my story becomes a trigger for positive change in people’s outlook towards my community”.

Taali streams from 15th August on JioCinema.

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The trailer of Taali, a new series headlined by Sushmita Sen, was unveiled on Monday. The series based on the inspiring life of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant is all set to premiere on 15th August on JioCinema.

The trailer of Taali, a new series headlined by Sushmita Sen, was unveiled on Monday. The series based on the inspiring life of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant is all set to premiere on 15th August on JioCinema. Created by Arjun Singgh Baran and Kartk D Nishandar, directed by National award-winning director Ravi Jadhav, written by Kshitij Patwardhan, and produced by Arjun Singgh Baran, Kartk D Nishandar and Afeefa Nadiadwala, the series will showcase the revolutionary story of Sawant, and her iconic fight for the recognition of the third gender in India. Sushmita Sen’s impressive transformation as a transgender activist has heightened the anticipation among her fans. Taali throws light on the trials and tribulations of Shreegauri Sawant’s life – her daring transformation from Ganesh to Gauri and the discrimination she was subjected to because of that; her fearless journey towards motherhood, and the audacious battle that led to the inclusion and identification of the third gender on every official document in India. Coupled with an inspirational storyline, the series hits the right chords with some thought-provoking dialogues, that assures to be an interesting watch! Watch Taali trailer here: Sushmita Sen commented on her powerful portrayal of Shreegauri Sawant, "When I was first approached for Taali, in my mind it was an instant yes, however, I took six and a half months to come on board officially. I knew I wanted to be absolutely prepared, well-read and researched to take up a critical and significant responsibility like this one. Shreegauri Sawant is an admirable human being, I connect with her on so many aspects, and I’m fortunate to have got the opportunity live through her incredible life, through this series. The road ahead to inclusivity is a long one, and I’m certain Taali is a force that will help spearhead this shift in consciousness." Shreegauri Sawant also shared, “I am overwhelmed and grateful to the entire team of Taali for treating my story with sensitivity. After interacting and looking at the effort Sushmita Sen put to get my nuances right, I cannot think of anyone else doing justice to my character. She has portrayed my journey with so much authenticity. I am grateful to the makers and the entire team of the show for showcasing an important story. This is not just my journey; this is the journey and the ordeal of my people, and many people around me, who are fighting for basic rights in society. The show raises some hard-hitting questions which hopefully can change the attitude of the society towards transgenders. Gaali Se Taali tak ka safar mere liye bohot hi emotional journey raha. I will feel fulfilled if my story becomes a trigger for positive change in people’s outlook towards my community”. Taali streams from 15th August on JioCinema.

Taali trailer: Sushmita Sen transforms herself as the feisty transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant

Author JK Rowling slammed three transgender rights activists on Twitter on Monday as they posted her home address on social media.&nbsp; 
 
Rowling alleged that she was flooded with death threats after her address was leaked online. The activists on Friday had tweeted a photograph of them standing outside Rowling's home in Edinburgh where the address was clearly visible.&nbsp; 
 
Thanking police in Scotland, the author said that women like herself who have spoken on gender issues had faced "campaigns of intimidation", stalking and harassment always but she vowed not to be silent.&nbsp; 
 
The 56-year-old writer said she had received "so many death threats I could paper the house with them", and that "families have been put into a state of fear and distress" by transgender activists.

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"Perhaps... the best way to prove your movement isn't a threat to women, is to stop stalking, harassing and threatening us." 
 
A Police Scotland spokesperson told a news agency that the force was "aware of this incident" and that enquiries were "ongoing". All three activists had shut down their Twitter accounts by Monday. 
 
Rowling has been embroiled in a simmering controversy since past last year over her tweet which many felt was anti-trans community.&nbsp; 
 
The dispute began when the author tweeted against the use of the phrase "people who menstruate", rather than only women. Many had pointed out to the author that even Transwomen menstruate. Rowling had eventually defended her stance on the matter but it caused a rift with some of the stars of the 'Harry Potter' movies, including lead actor Daniel Radcliffe, who tweeted an apology on her behalf.

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As the movie series completed 20 years last week, an HBO Max reunion was announced which would feature the cast and crew of the films. Rowling's name is not part of the lineup of stars that will see Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint in attendance along with others.&nbsp; 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

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Author JK Rowling slammed three transgender rights activists on Twitter on Monday as they posted her home address on social media. Rowling alleged that she was flooded with death threats after her address was leaked online.

Author JK Rowling slammed three transgender rights activists on Twitter on Monday as they posted her home address on social media. Rowling alleged that she was flooded with death threats after her address was leaked online. The activists on Friday had tweeted a photograph of them standing outside Rowling's home in Edinburgh where the address was clearly visible. Thanking police in Scotland, the author said that women like herself who have spoken on gender issues had faced "campaigns of intimidation", stalking and harassment always but she vowed not to be silent. The 56-year-old writer said she had received "so many death threats I could paper the house with them", and that "families have been put into a state of fear and distress" by transgender activists. JK Rowling will not be part of Harry Potter reunion special. Here's why "Perhaps... the best way to prove your movement isn't a threat to women, is to stop stalking, harassing and threatening us." A Police Scotland spokesperson told a news agency that the force was "aware of this incident" and that enquiries were "ongoing". All three activists had shut down their Twitter accounts by Monday. Rowling has been embroiled in a simmering controversy since past last year over her tweet which many felt was anti-trans community. The dispute began when the author tweeted against the use of the phrase "people who menstruate", rather than only women. Many had pointed out to the author that even Transwomen menstruate. Rowling had eventually defended her stance on the matter but it caused a rift with some of the stars of the 'Harry Potter' movies, including lead actor Daniel Radcliffe, who tweeted an apology on her behalf. JK Rowling's handprint vandalised with red paint amid 'transphobic' row As the movie series completed 20 years last week, an HBO Max reunion was announced which would feature the cast and crew of the films. Rowling's name is not part of the lineup of stars that will see Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint in attendance along with others. (With inputs from agencies) 20 years of Harry Potter! A look at the cast members & where they are now

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