Cinema VinesIndian actress Sobhita Dhulipala has joined an Instagram influencer in calling the Telugu community’s greatest obstacle its own internal divisions. The influencer, Ahalya from Hyderabad, posted a video claiming that “the only enemy of a Telugu person is another Telugu person.” Dhulipala responded with a “100” emoji and a comment that echoed the sentiment, urging fellow Telugu speakers to support one another instead of judging new ventures and ideas.
In her reply, the actress reflected on her own experience growing up in Visakhapatnam and leaving for Mumbai at the age of sixteen. She said she “packed my bags and left for Mumbai at age 16, with no guarantee of making it but I took my chance because it was clear to me that the environment here felt deeply resistant and judgemental of anyone who dares to dream, especially if you’re an outsider to whichever field you want to enter. Double dose if you’re a woman.” She added that she hopes the community has evolved and that people can “grow wings (and a spine).”
Dhulipala’s career began with a background in corporate law and a stint as Miss Earth 2013 before she entered the film industry. She made her screen debut in 2016 with Anurag Kashyap’s Raman Raghav 2.0 and has since appeared in films such as Goodachari, Moothon, and Ponniyin Selvan, as well as television series like Made in Heaven, Bard of Blood, and The Night Manager. She also has a Master’s degree in Journalism and has worked as a field reporter and sub‑editor for outlets including The Times of India and Reader’s Digest.
Beyond her professional achievements, Dhulipala has been open about the challenges faced by Telugu people in the entertainment industry, citing a “deeply judgemental” atmosphere in the Telugu states that can stifle ambition, especially for women. Her recent comments on social media aim to spark a shift toward greater solidarity and encouragement within the community.
In her personal life, Dhulipala began dating actor Naga Chaitanya in 2022 and they married in Hyderabad in December 2024. The actress’s public stance on community unity reflects her broader advocacy for breaking down barriers that hold back talent and creativity among Telugu speakers.
