Cinema VinesTelugu actor Ravi Teja has sparked controversy after using a derogatory term to describe his co-star and child actress Nakshathra at a pre-release event for his upcoming film Irumudi.
The actor, who plays Nakshathra's father in the film, was overheard using the term in a light-hearted moment, but the internet was quick to call him out for his choice of words.
According to sources, Nakshathra had asked Ravi Teja what nickname he would like to give her, and the actor replied with the term, which has a complex connotation in Telugu culture.
While some people in attendance at the event laughed and hooted at the exchange, others were shocked and appalled by Ravi Teja's choice of words.
The term, which literally means 'overtly mature', has been used in the past as a term of endearment for someone who is precocious, but it is also a derogatory term used for women.
As soon as clips of the interaction began doing the rounds on social media, Ravi Teja was slammed for using the term, with many people expressing their shock and disgust at his behavior.
Some people defended Ravi Teja, saying that the term could also be used as a term of endearment in certain regions of the Telugu states, but many others were quick to condemn him for his choice of words.
Nakshathra, who plays Ravi Teja's daughter in the film, is a child actress who has already gained a reputation for her talent and dedication to her craft.
Ravi Teja's behavior has sparked a wider debate about the kind of language that is acceptable in the film industry, and whether actors should be held to a higher standard when it comes to their behavior and language.
Irumudi, which is directed by Shiva Nirvana and also stars Priya Bhavani Shankar, is set to release in theaters on August 21.
Despite the controversy surrounding Ravi Teja's behavior, the film is expected to perform well at the box office, given the star power of its lead actors and the success of its director's previous films.
However, the incident has raised important questions about the kind of language that is acceptable in the film industry, and whether actors should be held accountable for their behavior and language.
As the film industry continues to grapple with issues of sexism and misogyny, Ravi Teja's behavior has sparked a wider debate about the kind of language that is acceptable and the need for greater accountability among actors and industry professionals.
Nakshathra's response to Ravi Teja's behavior has also been widely praised, with many people commending her for her maturity and poise in the face of controversy.
The incident has also raised questions about the kind of language that is acceptable in the film industry, and whether actors should be held to a higher standard when it comes to their behavior and language.
The controversy surrounding Ravi Teja's behavior has sparked a wider debate about the kind of language that is acceptable in the film industry and the need for greater accountability among actors and industry professionals.
Irumudi's release on August 21 is expected to be a major event in the film industry, but the controversy surrounding Ravi Teja's behavior is likely to overshadow the film's release and raise important questions about the kind of language that is acceptable in the industry.
