Hero Siddharth has posted a video apologizing for his recent comments amidst controversy. He clarified that his intention was not to criticize Telangana CM Revanth Reddy. Siddharth emphasized that his words were misunderstood, stating, “We will always support anti-corruption and anti-drug initiatives.”
The upcoming film “Indian 2,” starring Kamal Haasan and Siddharth, is scheduled for release on July 12. As part of the promotional activities, all actors involved are actively engaging with the media. During a recent media interaction, questions were raised about comments made by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy regarding ticket prices. He suggested that actors should create 2-minute videos against drug abuse if they wish to justify increased ticket prices for their films.
In response to these remarks, Siddharth made notable statements, highlighting his past contributions to Telugu cinema. He emphasized his role in promoting awareness, such as being the first actor in Hyderabad to pose with a condom for public health campaigns. Siddharth expressed his belief in actors’ responsibility to contribute positively when needed. His remarks gained traction on social media platforms.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy’s comments have sparked discussions online, with some questioning the conditions he set forth regarding ticket price increases.