The Tollywood film industry has come under fire for its apparent bias in responding to controversies involving different celebrities. This unequal treatment has sparked outrage among fans and industry insiders alike, exposing a troubling trend in how the industry handles public disputes.
When actress Samantha faced public criticism, the film industry and social media quickly rallied behind her, showing a united front of support. Similarly, when politician Konda Surekha made inappropriate comments, the industry was quick to condemn her words. However, this solidarity seemed to vanish when it came to defending Pawan Kalyan and his family or Actor Nani when he was targeted by YSRCP.
YCP MLAs, Ministers, and industry figures like Posani made offensive remarks about Pawan Kalyan, even targeting his daughters. Surprisingly, the same industry that had been so vocal in other cases remained notably silent. This shocking inconsistency has led some to speculate whether fear of then Chief Minister Jagan Reddy might be influencing these reactions.
Several celebrities have spoken out about the issue. Roja, a former YCP MLA, strongly condemned Konda Surekha’s comments about Samantha and the Akkineni family. Kona Venkat (who declared Pawan as his soulmate) urged the Chief Minister to address the problem and called for an apology. Meanwhile, Prakash Raj criticized the notion that women in movies are somehow lesser.
This incident highlights the need for a fair and balanced approach in Tollywood when dealing with controversies. The industry must take a stand against inappropriate behavior, no matter who is involved or their political connections. By keeping consistent standards.
-Sanyogita
