Veteran Telugu actor Rajendra Prasad has recently found himself embroiled in a series of controversies, sparking widespread criticism and concern among fans and industry insiders. His public statements have increasingly drawn negative attention, leading to questions about his conduct, particularly at various public events and celebrations. This shift in his public persona has surprised many, given his long-standing reputation in the industry.
The most recent incident occurred during the birthday celebrations of director S.V. Krishna Reddy, where Rajendra Prasad reportedly used abusive language towards comedian Ali, referring to him with a derogatory Telugu term. While Ali reportedly maintained a smiling demeanor throughout the exchange, this on-stage remark, captured on video, quickly went viral. This follows earlier instances where Rajendra Prasad made controversial comments, including what was perceived as a jab at actor Allu Arjun and seemingly disrespectful remarks towards cricketer David Warner, for which he had previously offered apologies.
Adding to the growing concerns, during the same event, Rajendra Prasad also reportedly made other controversial statements, including rude comments towards actresses and fellow actors. He is said to have expressed frustration when the audience did not applaud sufficiently after he mentioned receiving the NTR Award, allegedly questioning their “brains” and “shame.” While some attendees might have laughed it off, the repeated instances of such behavior are raising alarms about the veteran actor’s public conduct.
The repeated nature of these controversial remarks has led to an outpouring of reactions from netizens and industry figures. Many are expressing disappointment that a respected senior actor is engaging in such behavior, which they believe is tarnishing his image. While Ali has since appealed to the public not to overreact, citing Rajendra Prasad’s personal grief, the growing chorus of criticism suggests that the veteran actor’s recent actions are indeed causing significant damage to his hard-earned reputation.