Hyderabad: Tollywood actor Nandamuri Balakrishna has sparked controversy on social media following a viral video showing him pushing actress Anjali during a promotional event for the film “Gangs of Godavari.” The incident has ignited widespread criticism online, with netizens condemning Balakrishna’s actions.
The incident occurred at a pre-release event for “Gangs of Godavari,” where Balakrishna was invited as a chief guest. Actress Anjali, co-starring with Vishwak Sen and Neha Shetty in the film, was also present on stage.
In the video, which quickly circulated online, Balakrishna is observed pushing Anjali after an apparent communication issue. While Anjali’s co-star Neha appeared visibly surprised, Anjali herself responded calmly and laughed off the incident. The precise dialogue exchanged between Balakrishna and Anjali before the incident remains unclear.
Social Media Reaction The incident prompted swift backlash on social media platforms, with many users criticizing Balakrishna for what they perceived as disrespectful behavior towards women.
Response from Filmmaker Hansal Mehta Filmmaker Hansal Mehta also joined the conversation, tweeting, “Who is this individual?” in reference to Balakrishna’s conduct towards Anjali during the event.
