as an actor Prakash Raj He is back in the headlines after a Bengaluru court reportedly issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against him in a voter registration-related case, with the old controversy involving his comments on the blockbuster Durandhar 2 coming into focus again.The latest legal development comes months after the actor sparked controversy on social media after sharing a cryptic post that appeared to mock the patriotic action drama. His remarks were also directed at several well-known South Indian celebrities, including Allu Arjun, Mahesh BabuVijay Deverakonda and Jr NTR, who publicly praised the film after its release.The comments quickly divided social media users, with some supporting Prakash Raj’s stance while others accused him of taking unnecessary digs at other actors.
Mysterious post that sparked reactions
The controversy started when Prakash Raj uploaded a video from his house in which a song could be heard playing in the background. While the video itself seemed harmless, the caption that came with it caught the attention of netizens.“I’m far away from Durandal…are you far away too?”Although he didn’t directly criticize the film in the video, many interpreted the post as a sarcastic comment on Durandhar 2’s widespread acclaim. The post quickly went viral, sparking heated discussions among the actors and fans of the film.
A dig at southern movie stars
Prakash Raj’s criticism did not stop there. The actor later responded to a social media post highlighting the praise received by several South Indian superstars for Durandhar 2, while many Bollywood celebrities remained mum on the film.Responding to this observation, Prakash Raj wrote: “The burden of responsibility has now begun to fall on the South as well.”The comment was widely interpreted as an implicit criticism of celebrities endorsing films with strong patriotic themes. While the actor did not elaborate further, his comments sparked heated debate online.
Why praise for ‘Dhurandhar 2’ became a talking point
The controversy intensified as some of the biggest names in Indian cinema publicly praised the film.Mahesh Babu was one of the first stars to express his appreciation for Durandhar 2. Actor praises director, calls it cinematic wonder Adityadar’s vision, Ranveer Singh’s performance and the technical execution of the film.Likewise, Allu Arjun’s endorsement has also attracted a lot of attention. After watching the film, the “Pushpa” star described it as a proud cinematic achievement and praised it for blending patriotism with entertainment.He wrote: “Just watched Durandhar 2 – a huge booty filled with patriotism. It’s a film that would make every patriot proud. There are many moments where you can’t help but applaud. A complete explosion! Congratulations to the whole team.The actor also paid special tribute to Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Aditya Dal. “Ranveer Singh is on fire. Aditya Dhar has done wonders and he totally dominates. It’s a matter of pride that our country has a brilliant filmmaker like him. An Indian story…with an international impact! Jai Hind.” Their recognition helped boost the film’s popularity and contributed to its rising scope.
‘Dhurandhar 2’ becomes a bone of contention
“Dhurandhar 2” is directed, written and produced by Aditya Dhar and stars Ranveer Singh, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal.This epic action film combines patriotism, high-octane action and an emotional story, making it one of the most talked about films of the year. The film’s success also won widespread appreciation from audiences and celebrities. However, Prakash Raj’s comments ensured that the discussion surrounding the film went beyond the box office and into wider debates about celebrity endorsements, cinematic nationalism and differing views within the industry.While the actor has often been outspoken about political and social issues, his remarks in “Durandhar 2” once again showed that he is willing to express unpopular views, even if they attract criticism. With Prakash Raj currently under renewed scrutiny due to his legal issues, his comments about the film and the reaction it generated remain one of the most talked about of his recent public appearances.
