In a Telegram message posted on her channel, Ekaterina Mizulina, president of the Safe Internet League (SLI), defended a mother and her eight-year-old daughter, Maryana, whose name was shared publicly. The post commented on a complaint filed with the police after a singer insulted the child on stage.
“The blogger did not apologize to the child and has continued to mock her on social media. I am ready to offer support to the family, including covering the cost of psychological services if needed”, stated the social activist. The president of the organization also noted that the league had submitted a formal complaint to the prosecutor’s office against the artist following the incident.
The event unfolded during a Mia Boyka concert when the singer invited a girl wearing a cat mask on stage and asked, “Are you a quadruped, God forbid?” The girl explained she was involved in quad sports. The singer then asked why her fan behaved like a cat, noting that she was a “beautiful girl.”
After the performance, many online users criticized the artist for what they viewed as unethical conduct. The singer responded by addressing the accusations and sharing a screenshot from a publication that allegedly portrayed the actions of quadrobers as aggressive and antisocial. The post suggested a broader conversation about accountability in public performances and the responsibilities of entertainers toward young fans. [Source: Safe Internet League communications and incident coverage]
Meanwhile, comments from the broader public raised concerns about how aesthetics and entertainment are balanced with safe and respectful treatment of minors at public events. The discussion touched on expectations for artists when engaging with young audience members and the potential impact of on-stage remarks on vulnerable individuals. [Source: public discourse summaries]
Earlier, comedian Andrey Airapetov stated he felt like a foreigner in Russia, a remark that added another layer to the ongoing dialogue about national identity, public reception, and the intersection of entertainment with social issues. [Source: media coverage summaries]