Hyderabad: Actor Vijay Deverakonda is facing legal trouble following his controversial remarks during the pre-release event of his film Retro. A case has been registered at the SR Nagar police station based on a complaint filed by lawyer Kishan Chauhan.
Deverakonda, who attended the event as the chief guest, allegedly made offensive comments about tribal communities. During his speech, he compared terrorist attacks in Kashmir to historical tribal conflicts, accusing them of continuing destructive behavior without common sense or wisdom.
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The remarks have sparked widespread outrage, with tribal groups demanding an apology from the actor. Following the complaint, police have initiated an investigation into the matter. Deverakonda’s comments have drawn sharp criticism, leading to calls for legal action and public apologies.