In a recent political rally, Pawan Kalyan, the renowned actor and founder of Janasena Party, voiced his admiration for Sr NTR, the iconic founder of Telugu Desam Party (TDP). With the upcoming elections in Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan’s alliance with TDP has been a focal point of discussion. His remarks during a TDP campaign event have sparked a heated debate among netizens.
Pawan Kalyan, known for his candid opinions, lauded Sr NTR for his magnanimity, stating, “NTR never used to criticize anyone. Despite differences, he maintained friendly relations with colleagues, even those from opposing political affiliations.” He also mentioned instances where fellow actors, like Krishna and Kotasreenivas, belonged to different political parties, yet Sr NTR refrained from making any derogatory remarks against them.
Pawan Kalyan made this comment in reference to YSRCP, as there are claims that Jagan has always been anti to Pawan Kalyan films and even used to reduce his film ticket charges.
However, Pawan Kalyan’s remarks were not well-received by all. Some fans of Krishna and opponents of Pawan Kalyan interpreted his statements as disrespectful towards other legends.
Respecting One Legend doesn’t Equate to Disrespecting another. Let’s focus on celebrating the contributions of all our Icons without Pitting them against each other.
Shame on you @PawanKalyan…!
Withdraw your word’s back #Pawankalyanpic.twitter.com/bX4W2LEJN9
— Let’s X OTT GLOBAL (@LetsXOtt) April 21, 2024
One user wrote,”Respecting One Legend doesn’t Equate to Disrespecting another. Let’s focus on celebrating the contributions of all our Icons without Pitting them against each other. Shame on you @PawanKalyan…! Withdraw your word’s back #Pawankalyan”
One user criticized Pawan Kalyan for supposedly lacking foresight, citing examples where other actors, like Chay Akkineni and Akhil, issued statements defending their family’s honor without disparaging Sr NTR.
Another user pointed out historical rifts between Sr NTR and Krishna, suggesting that despite Krishna’s success in the film industry, he was not recognized as a top hero due to his opposition to Sr NTR.
One user wrote,”In the world of politics, I’ve never seen anybody who’s this opportunistic. He drags anything or anybody and puts at stake for his own sake. Very dangerous to society. Reprehensible remarks on the legendary Superstar Krishna Garu. Even God will not condone such behaviour.”
While Kalyan’s intent may have been to honor Sr NTR and assert his party’s ethos, the interpretation of his words has ignited a broader conversation about respect, rivalry, and political strategy.
As the election season progresses, it remains to be seen how these debates will influence public perception and political outcomes. However, one thing is certain: the legacy of Sr NTR continues to evoke strong emotions and shape the discourse in Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape.
