Actress Anjali reacts to the recent controversy. Here’s what she said
Nandamuri Balakrishna’s recent public appearance has stirred social media after a video of him allegedly pushing actress Anjali on stage went viral. In response to the controversy, Anjali has come forward to defend the actor-turned-politician.
Anjali Defends Nandamuri Balakrishna
Following the circulation of the video showing Nandamuri Balakrishna seemingly pushing Anjali. At the Gangs of Godavari pre-release event, the actress addressed the situation on her account. Anjali shared a video from the event and wrote, “I want to thank Balakrishna Garu for gracing the Gangs of Godavari pre-release event with his presence. I want to express that Balakrishna Garu and I have always maintained mutual respect and we have shared a great friendship for a long time. It was wonderful to share the stage with him again.”
Actress Anjali reacts to the recent controversy. Here’s what she said
Chinmayi Sripaada Reacts to the Viral Video
Meanwhile, playback singer Chinmayi Sripaada criticized Nandamuri Balakrishna for his actions on stage. Sharing the video on Twitter, Chinmayi defended Anjali’s reaction, explaining that it is unfair to judge her for laughing after the incident. She wrote, “One of the biggest problems I see from people sharing this is the judgment of ‘Look at her laughing. She should have ___.’ It is impossible to respond according to your spectator response as you watch this on your device. This moral policing, holier-than-thou attitude fails to understand the context.”
Chinmayi condemned society for its reluctance to hold powerful men accountable, particularly those with wealth, caste, and political influence. She added, “Don’t come and tell women what to say and how to behave when you have everything to gain and nothing to lose.”