In a turn of events that has gripped Telugu social media, Minister Konda Surekha found herself at the center of a storm following her controversial remarks about actress Samantha and the Akkineni family. The incident has sparked a wider debate about the responsibilities of public figures and the impact of their Public Statements.

Surekha’s initial comments, made on BRS leader KTR, then moved into personal territory when she mentioned Samantha’s divorce from Naga Chaitanya and made allegations about the Akkineni family. The reaction was swift and severe, with both the Akkineni family and Samantha strongly condemned the minister’s claims.

The film industry rallied around Samantha, with several prominent actors speaking out against Surekha’s remarks. Chiranjeevi, Allu Arjun, NTR and many other Tollywood big wigs expressed their disappointment, stating that “bringing up personal lives is the height of degenerate politics.” Actor Nani echoed these sentiments, tweeting that it was “disgusting to see political leaders making meaningless comments.”

Public opinion largely sided with Samantha, with many criticizing Surekha for what they saw as irresponsible behavior unbecoming of a minister. The backlash prompted Surekha to issue a statement withdrawing her comments, claiming her intention was to question a leader’s attitude towards women, not to hurt Samantha’s feelings.

However, many feel Surekha’s apology falls short. Her statement focused solely on Samantha, neglecting to address the comments made about Nagarjuna and the wider Akkineni family. Netizens argue that a Twitter apology is insufficient given the public nature of her initial remarks, calling for a formal press conference to address the issue comprehensively.

-Sanyogita