Tensions are brewing in the Telugu film industry as director Vijay Kanakamedala finds himself at the center of a controversy surrounding his upcoming film, ‘Bhairavam.’ The director has recently issued an apology to mega fans, but not to the ruling party of Andhra Pradesh, the YSR Congress Party (YCP).
Kanakamedala’s film, ‘Bhairavam,’ is set to release on the 30th of this month, but it has already generated significant backlash from the mega fans, a dedicated fan base of Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi and his family. The controversy stems from allegations that the director has made some disparaging remarks about the mega family, which have not gone down well with their loyal supporters.
In a bid to pacify the situation, Kanakamedala has issued an apology to the mega fans, acknowledging the hurt caused by his remarks. However, the director has notably refrained from apologizing to the YCP, the ruling party in Andhra Pradesh. This selective apology has only further inflamed the tensions, with many questioning the director’s motives and his understanding of the delicate political landscape in the state.
The controversy surrounding ‘Bhairavam’ is the latest in a series of incidents that have highlighted the complex and often tumultuous relationship between the film industry and the political sphere in Andhra Pradesh. In recent years, several filmmakers and actors have found themselves at the receiving end of backlash from political parties and their supporters, leading to a climate of uncertainty and unease within the industry.
As the release date of ‘Bhairavam’ approaches, all eyes are on Kanakamedala and the response from both the mega fans and the YCP. The director’s decision to apologize to one group but not the other has only added fuel to the fire, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days. The Telugu film industry, known for its vibrant and passionate fan base, is once again at the center of a political storm, highlighting the delicate balance that filmmakers must navigate in the ever-evolving landscape of Andhra Pradesh’s entertainment and political spheres.
