Uncomfortable Questioning Mars Hyderabad Promotional Event
South Indian actor Keerthy Suresh found herself in an awkward situation during a promotional press conference for her upcoming action-comedy film 'Revolver Rita' in Hyderabad on Wednesday. The event took an unexpected turn when a reporter confronted her about a statement she made back in 2024 regarding her favorite dancer among South Indian stars.
Reporter Claims Keerthy's Comment Hurt Megastar's Fans
According to reports, the journalist referenced an interview from 2024 where Keerthy Suresh had expressed that Tamil superstar Vijay was her favorite dancer. The reporter asserted that this comment had upset fans of Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi, who felt disrespected that she had chosen Vijay over their beloved star. The questioning escalated when the reporter directly asked if she believed Vijay looked better than Chiranjeevi, forcing the actor into an uncomfortable position of comparing two industry legends.
Keerthy's Diplomatic Response to Controversial Questioning
Displaying remarkable poise, Keerthy Suresh handled the situation with grace and respect for both actors. She revealed that she had actually discussed this very topic with Chiranjeevi himself, telling the megastar that she appreciates the dancing skills of both Thalapathy Vijay and Suriya. She emphasized that Chiranjeevi had taken her preference in a supportive manner.
"We know how big a megastar Chiranjeevi garu is; nobody is lesser than the other. Both are great actors," Keerthy stated during the press meet. She further highlighted her family's connection to Chiranjeevi, noting that her mother, actor Menaka, had worked with the megastar in the past, and described him as "one of the biggest stars of the country."
Persistent Questioning and Keerthy's Final Stand
Despite her diplomatic response, the reporter continued to press for a comparison, questioning why she would say "both are great" when Chiranjeevi has had a much longer career span and bigger stardom. Even in the face of this persistent line of questioning, Keerthy maintained her balanced perspective.
She firmly stated, "He's a megastar and a legend, we know. But Vijay sir is also a legend there." The actor expressed her disappointment at not being able to freely express her personal preferences, explaining that her choice was simply based on having seen more of Vijay's films. She concluded with a poignant observation about the constraints celebrities face: "It's a little sad that when you want to say something, you're not able to say what you want."
The incident highlights the sometimes challenging dynamics that actors navigate when expressing personal opinions about industry colleagues, particularly when dealing with the passionate fan bases of iconic stars like Chiranjeevi and Vijay.
