The pre-release event of Animal : Latest updates

Minister Malla Reddy predicts Telugu dominance in Bollywood and Hollywood, suggesting Ranbir Kapoor relocate to Hyderabad in five years.

Written by: Krutarth Ghosalkar

Edited by: Krutarth Ghosalkar

Last Updated: November 28, 2023

Summary: Ranbir Kapoor could only smile as Minister Mala Reddy talked about Telugu ruling in India for the next five years. A pre-release event for Animal was held in Hyderabad on Friday.

The pre-release event of Animal was held in Hyderabad on Friday and was attended by the film's staff and special guests. Actor Mahesh Babu, film director SS Rajamouli and politician and Telangana Labor and Employment Minister Mala Reddy were also present. He caused controversy with his remarks about "Telugu domination of India".

Telugu movie fans and Twitter in general were left 'baffled' by Reddy's speech. Many people praised Ranbir for smiling despite the situation. "Hats off to Ranbir for his patience," one person wrote. “To his Hindi-speaking friends, he is a politician. He wants votes. “Take it like a pinch of salt,” another person advised. "Hindi audiences love actors from the south and their films without any discrimination. But here the Telugu leaders were making fun of Bollywood and the Hindi audience. We need to show the real Aukat of the people. Everyone should see #Dunki instead of #Salaar. Let's support our industry! #BollywoodPride of India” Some said that Mala Reddy should not be taken too seriously. ``Relax, we Telugu-speaking people don't think he is serious. Why are you so worried?'' One said, ``Never stir up controversy about your reach.'' No,” he wrote.

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He also praised Telugu artists Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu, as well as animal director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and actress Rashmila Mandanna.

On Friday, the film's crew and some special guests attended the pre-release event of Animal in Hyderabad. Besides actor Mahesh Babu and film director SS Rajamouli, politician and Telangana Labor and Employment Minister Mala Reddy was also present. His statement that "Telugu is ruling India" sparked outrage.

Fans reaction:

Fans online found Reddy's comments offensive and wished someone had interrupted him during his speech.

They expressed confusion about the industry's positive response.

However, Mahesh Babu hailed Ranbir as the best actor in the country.

He said: That is why I am on this stage today to say that I am a big fan of Ranbir Kapoor. "In my opinion, he is the best actor in India."

Not only Telugu movie lovers but also ordinary Twitter users were "stunned" by Reddy's comment. Many praised Ranbir for remaining cheerful throughout the ordeal. "Hats off to Ranbir for his patience," he wrote. ``To all my Hindi-speaking friends, he is a politician.'' He is looking for votes. Another angrier said, "Hindi audiences love southern actors and their films but here the Telugu leader was criticizing Bollywood and the Hindi audience.