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The political landscape of Telangana has witnessed a heated exchange between a prominent minister and a film personality, culminating in a public apology and a legal battle brewing in the backdrop. The controversy erupted after Telangana Forest and Endowment Minister Konda Surekha publicly blamed K.T. Rama Rao, the working president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party, for the divorce of actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya. Her remarks sparked widespread outrage among the film fraternity, leading to a cascade of condemnations from prominent figures such as Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, junior NTR, Venkatesh, Prakash Raj, and Khushbu.
Faced with mounting pressure and criticism, Minister Surekha ultimately retracted her statement, claiming that she was overwhelmed by emotions during an interview with the media. She expressed regret for her remarks, stating that she had no personal animosity towards anyone and that mentioning the actors' family was an unintentional lapse in judgment. This apology came after Samantha Ruth Prabhu herself addressed the situation on social media, expressing her displeasure over the minister's remarks and the subsequent controversy surrounding her personal life.
K.T. Rama Rao, the subject of Minister Surekha's initial accusation, responded to the controversy with a formal legal notice demanding an unconditional apology from the minister. He also alleged that BRS social media activists were being targeted online and defamed by abusive comments, linking the situation to a broader political strategy. The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president, B. Mahesh Kumar Goud, attempted to de-escalate the situation, urging the film fraternity to end the controversy and seeking an explanation from the minister. Mr. Goud also advised Congress leaders and ministers to exercise caution while speaking publicly, reflecting the broader political implications of the incident.
This incident highlights the delicate balance between political discourse, personal lives, and the power of public opinion. It also underscores the complexities of navigating social media platforms in a highly charged political environment. While Minister Surekha's apology has temporarily quieted the immediate storm, the legal notice and the underlying political tensions suggest that the controversy may have far-reaching consequences for both the individuals involved and the political landscape of Telangana.
Source: Under fire from film personalities, Telangana Minister Konda Surekha withdraws comments