Men’s Rights Group SIFF Slams ‘Mrs’, Demands Ban on ‘Biased’ Film

Pune, 15th February 2025: The Save Indian Family Foundation (SIFF), a prominent men’s rights organization, has strongly condemned the recently released movie Mrs, accusing it of spreading “toxic feminist propaganda” and promoting negative stereotypes about men. The organization has launched a campaign urging people to boycott the film and its lead actress, Sanya Malhotra, alleging that the movie presents a one-sided feminist narrative while ignoring the struggles of men in marriages and domestic violence cases.

SIFF claims that Mrs, which portrays the challenges faced by women in marriage, fails to acknowledge the reality of men being victims of domestic abuse. The organization argues that the film demonizes men, reinforcing gender bias in society while ignoring statistics that show men are also victims of domestic violence.

According to SIFF, domestic violence is not a gendered issue. The organization cites data suggesting that two-thirds of domestic violence cases are initiated by women, and that 33.2% of male suicides in India are linked to family-related issues. Despite these figures, the film industry continues to portray women solely as victims, ignoring the mental health crisis among men, the group asserts.

Feminism or Gender War?
SIFF’s National Coordinator, Sameer Goel, criticized what he called the “brainwashing” effect of modern feminist narratives. “A man works hard, provides, and protects without seeking praise, yet his efforts are often ignored. Meanwhile, feminist narratives portray women as lifelong victims, even when they are already in privileged positions. Why?”

The organization further accuses feminist activists of pushing an agenda that seeks privileges rather than true gender equality. SIFF’s Co-Founder, Anil Murty, said: “Men work 8-9 hours a day at construction sites, railway stations, airports, factories, courts, and borders. Meanwhile, a young woman cooking or pressing clothes for her father-in-law is seen as oppression. Is this selective equality?”

He further added, “We are not the ones who started this gender war. But we will finish it.”

The Need for Prenuptial Agreements
The movie Mrs also touches upon the importance of prenuptial agreements, which SIFF argues should be legally implemented in India. The organization believes that prenups can prevent legal battles and protect men from biased marriage laws.

Sagar Gunthal, a counselor at SIFF, emphasized: “Marriage laws in India often favor women, leading to legal misuse. Prenups can protect both spouses financially and foster relationships based on trust and mutual respect. The justice system should focus on criminal behavior rather than gender biases.”

SIFF’s Key Demands
In response to Mrs, SIFF has outlined six major demands:
An apology from the filmmakers for portraying men in a negative light and stopping the movie’s release on OTT platforms and theaters.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) should prevent films that promote “male genocide” narratives.
The Indian government must introduce prenuptial agreements in the country’s marriage system.
Courts should punish individuals who file false cases.
Judicial reforms to ensure gender-neutral treatment in courts.
A government-led special commission to investigate the rising rate of male suicides in India.

Boycott Campaign Gaining Momentum
SIFF activists have started a #BoycottSanyaMalhotra campaign on social media, urging people to reject films that promote biased gender narratives. The organization warns that such movies contribute to gender conflicts rather than fostering equality.