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theasianmirror.com/Teen Queer artist dies by suicide after bad comments on Instagram reel. A 16-year-old queer artist from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, identified as Pranshu, reportedly took their own life following a barrage of hate comments on an Instagram reel.
Pranshu, a self-taught makeup artist with a substantial following of over 16,500 on their Instagram handle ‘glamitupwithpranshu,’ regularly shared makeup and beauty content.
The catalyst for this tragic event appears to be an Instagram transition reel posted by Pranshu on Diwali, featuring them in traditional attire.
According to actor Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju, known for their role in the ‘Made In Heaven’ web series, Pranshu’s comment section was inundated with over 4,000 homophobic remarks. Gummaraju contends that these comments played a role in driving the young artist to suicide.
Expressing frustration with online platforms, particularly Instagram (owned by Meta), Gummaraju asserted that such platforms have repeatedly failed to provide a secure space for LGBTQ individuals.
In a disturbing revelation, the actor claimed that the hashtag #JusticeForPranshu, presumably created to draw attention to the incident, has been restricted due to violations of community guidelines.
Members of the LGBTQ community have joined in expressing grief and criticism, pointing fingers at social media giants such as Instagram, X, and Facebook for their alleged inadequacy in combatting cyberbullying.
The local authorities, led by KS Gehlot, the in-charge of Nagjhiri police station, have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Pranshu’s suicide. Gehlot emphasized that the exact cause of the tragedy is yet to be ascertained.
Adding to the gravity of the situation, former Meta executive Arthur Bejar, who departed from the organization in 2021, recently testified before US Senators, claiming that Instagram is “fundamentally misleading” the public about the safety of its platform, especially for teenagers.
Bejar asserted that Instagram is “categorically not” suitable for children as young as 13, citing his firsthand experience of the platform ignoring significant research indicating safety concerns for millions of teenage users.
This tragic incident serves as a poignant reminder of the real-world consequences of online hate and cyberbullying.
It underscores the pressing need for social media platforms to intensify efforts in content moderation, user protection, and the creation of safer digital spaces for individuals, particularly those belonging to marginalized communities.
As investigations continue, the global community is left grappling with the profound impact of online actions on the lives of vulnerable individuals.
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Teen Queer artist dies by suicide after bad comments on Instagram reel
Teen Queer artist dies by suicide after bad comments on Instagram reel. A 16-year-old queer artist from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, identified as Pranshu, reportedly took their own life following a barrage of hate comments on an Instagram reel.
Pranshu, a self-taught makeup artist with a substantial following of over 16,500 on their Instagram handle ‘glamitupwithpranshu,’ regularly shared makeup and beauty content.
The catalyst for this tragic event appears to be an Instagram transition reel posted by Pranshu on Diwali, featuring them in traditional attire.
According to actor Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju, known for their role in the ‘Made In Heaven’ web series, Pranshu’s comment section was inundated with over 4,000 homophobic remarks. Gummaraju contends that these comments played a role in driving the young artist to suicide.
Expressing frustration with online platforms, particularly Instagram (owned by Meta), Gummaraju asserted that such platforms have repeatedly failed to provide a secure space for LGBTQ individuals.
In a disturbing revelation, the actor claimed that the hashtag #JusticeForPranshu, presumably created to draw attention to the incident, has been restricted due to violations of community guidelines.
Members of the LGBTQ community have joined in expressing grief and criticism, pointing fingers at social media giants such as Instagram, X, and Facebook for their alleged inadequacy in combatting cyberbullying.
The local authorities, led by KS Gehlot, the in-charge of Nagjhiri police station, have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Pranshu’s suicide. Gehlot emphasized that the exact cause of the tragedy is yet to be ascertained.
Adding to the gravity of the situation, former Meta executive Arthur Bejar, who departed from the organization in 2021, recently testified before US Senators, claiming that Instagram is “fundamentally misleading” the public about the safety of its platform, especially for teenagers.
Bejar asserted that Instagram is “categorically not” suitable for children as young as 13, citing his firsthand experience of the platform ignoring significant research indicating safety concerns for millions of teenage users.
This tragic incident serves as a poignant reminder of the real-world consequences of online hate and cyberbullying.
It underscores the pressing need for social media platforms to intensify efforts in content moderation, user protection, and the creation of safer digital spaces for individuals, particularly those belonging to marginalized communities.
As investigations continue, the global community is left grappling with the profound impact of online actions on the lives of vulnerable individuals.
As a teen Queer artist dies by suicide after bad comments on Instagram reel, check the post:
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