A recent video of actor Chiranjeevi at an airport has sparked controversy online, with viewers divided over his interaction with a fan. The video shows Chiranjeevi, accompanied by his wife Surekha and airport staff, arriving from a flight. When a fan approaches Chiranjeevi for a selfie, he is reportedly pushed aside by the actor.
The incident, shared widely on social media, has led to a flurry of reactions. Some fans have defended Chiranjeevi, arguing that he was simply following the directions of his ground staff and that the fan’s persistence was inappropriate. “Chiranjeevi’s rude behavior with fans at the airport,” read one comment, while another defended the actor by noting that he was just trying to manage his personal space after a long flight.
Critics, however, have taken issue with the way Chiranjeevi handled the situation. Some argue that regardless of the circumstances, it is not acceptable for a celebrity to push a fan out of the way. One user remarked, “Just because we like him doesn’t mean we should justify his actions.”
This incident follows similar controversies involving other celebrities. Recently, Nagarjuna faced backlash when his bodyguard was filmed pushing a specially-abled fan. Nagarjuna later apologized and met the fan for a selfie. Actor Dhanush, who was present during the incident, faced criticism for not addressing the situation.
Chiranjeevi, who will soon appear in the film Vishwambhara alongside Trisha Krishnan, recently attended the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony in Paris. Despite the recent controversy, he continues to have a significant presence in the entertainment industry.