Monday, September 26 2005 15:46 Hrs (IST) - World Time -

Chennai: Taken aback by the outcry her remarks on premarital sex had generated among the film fraternity and political parties, South Indian actress Kushboo today (Sept 26, 2005) tendered an open apology to Tamils, especially women, saying she would never even dream of sullying the image of the Tamil people.

Cutting short her visit to Singapore where she had gone with her family, Kushboo, who flew back to the city today, said, "Even in films, I never undertook roles, which lowered the image of women."

"I have the greatest regard for Tamils, especially Tamil women. If my remarks have hurt anybody's feelings, I tender an apology. I am one among you and will always remain with you."