06 November 2024
Hyderabad

Tollywood’s young actors are bringing raw honesty and unfiltered emotions to their pre-release events, using these platforms to voice their concerns and stand up for their careers. In recent gatherings, actors like Kiran Abbavaram, Chetan Krishna Maddineni, and Rakesh Varre have expressed frustrations over industry issues, challenging the norms and speaking openly on subjects that are often overlooked.

At the pre-release event of his film KA, actor Kiran Abbavaram didn’t hold back on the topic of online trolling. In a bold move, he called out a production house that had mocked him in one of their films. Addressing the criticism, he said with conviction, “Nenu edaga koodada?” ("Can’t I grow in the Telugu film industry?"), voicing the frustration of many actors facing similar hurdles. Abbavaram’s words struck a chord with the audience, highlighting the toll that trolling can take on rising stars and their efforts to establish themselves in the competitive Telugu cinema landscape.

Similarly, Chetan Krishna Maddineni shared his disappointment over the theater distribution system, which he feels is stacked against small Telugu films. He pointed out the paradox that even unsuccessful Tamil films, like Bloody Beggar, receive more screen availability in Telugu-speaking regions, while promising local films struggle for space. His film Dhoom Dhaam is set for a November 8 release, but Maddineni’s statements shed light on the broader issue of theater accessibility for smaller Telugu productions.

Today, young actor Rakesh Varre also spoke candidly about his disappointment regarding his upcoming film Jithender Reddy. Varre expressed his frustration over the absence of celebrity support at his film’s pre-release event, underscoring the difficulties faced by lesser-known actors when they lack the backing of influential industry figures. His comments resonate with the challenges that many emerging actors face in generating buzz and building audiences for their work.

The concerns raised by these young actors are valid and reflect real industry dynamics, from trolling to distribution issues and the role of celebrity endorsement in film success. It’s refreshing to see them address these issues with honesty, as their voices bring attention to challenges often hidden behind the scenes. With young heroes speaking out so fearlessly, these pre-release events are no longer just about promoting films—they’re becoming platforms for change, a place for actors to share their authentic selves and rally for a fairer, more supportive industry.