Nani, a popular Telugu actor, has criticized Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi for his comments on Prabhas' performance in the upcoming film Kalki 2898 AD. Nani expressed his disappointment with Warsi's unprofessional behavior and called his comment an "unimportant matter." Several other members of the Telugu film industry, including director Ajay Bhupathi and actor Sudheer Babu, have also condemned Warsi's remarks. Meanwhile, Warsi praised Amitabh Bachchan's performance in the film, but criticized Prabhas' look.
Background:
The controversy began when Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi made comments about Telugu superstar Prabhas' performance in the upcoming science fiction film "Kalki 2898 AD." In an interview, Warsi reportedly said that Prabhas' look in the film was "buffalo-like" and that he "couldn't act."
Nani's Criticism:
Telugu actor Nani, who is known for his outspoken nature, took to social media to express his disappointment with Warsi's remarks. He said that Warsi's comments were "unprofessional" and an "unimportant matter."
Nani further stated that Warsi's criticism was not a reflection of the entire Bollywood industry. He praised Warsi for his own acting abilities, but emphasized that Prabhas was a highly respected actor in Tollywood.
Support from Tollywood:
Nani's comments were met with support from other members of the Telugu film industry. Director Ajay Bhupathi called Warsi's remarks "irresponsible" and actor Sudheer Babu said that Warsi was "out of line."
Meanwhile, Warsi praised Amitabh Bachchan's performance in "Kalki 2898 AD," but maintained his criticism of Prabhas. He said that he had nothing against Prabhas personally, but he believed that his look in the film was "not working."
FAQs:
1. What did Arshad Warsi say about Prabhas?
Warsi reportedly said that Prabhas' look in "Kalki 2898 AD" was "buffalo-like" and that he "couldn't act."
2. How did Nani respond to Warsi's comments?
Nani criticized Warsi's remarks as "unprofessional" and an "unimportant matter." He also praised Prabhas' acting abilities.
3. Who else from the Telugu film industry has condemned Warsi's comments?
Director Ajay Bhupathi and actor Sudheer Babu have also publicly criticized Warsi's remarks.
4. Did Warsi criticize Amitabh Bachchan's performance in "Kalki 2898 AD"?
No, Warsi praised Bachchan's performance in the film.
5. What has Warsi said in response to the criticism?
Warsi has maintained his criticism of Prabhas' look in the film, while acknowledging that he has nothing against Prabhas personally.
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