Nagarjuna Issues Apology After Airport Incident with Fan

June 25, 2024 - 02:58 PM IST

Nagarjuna Akkineni, an iconic figure in Indian cinema known for his stellar performances in films like "Manam" and "Naa Saami Ranga," has recently found himself in the spotlight for an unfortunate reason. A video showing his staff misbehaving with a fan has gone viral, drawing significant negative attention.


The incident occurred at an airport where a differently-abled fan attempted to approach Nagarjuna. As the actor walked through a busy area, his bodyguards reportedly pushed the fan away. This moment, caught on camera, quickly spread across social media, eliciting a wave of criticism directed at the actor and his team.


Upon becoming aware of the incident, Nagarjuna promptly addressed the situation on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. He expressed his regret and issued a public apology, writing, "This just came to my notice … this shouldn’t have happened!! I apologize to the gentleman and will take necessary precautions that it will not happen in the future !!"


Nagarjuna’s swift response aimed to mitigate the backlash and demonstrate his commitment to respectful interactions with his fans.


Nagarjuna's Upcoming Projects


On the professional front, Nagarjuna is gearing up for his upcoming action drama, "Kubera." The film, which features Dhanush and Rashmika Mandanna in pivotal roles, is being shot simultaneously in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. Recently, the makers released the first look clip of Nagarjuna from "Kubera," which has received widespread acclaim and excitement from fans on social media.


Despite the recent controversy, Nagarjuna continues to captivate audiences with his on-screen presence and remains a beloved figure in the film industry. As he prepares for the release of "Kubera," fans are eagerly anticipating another remarkable performance from the veteran actor.