Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has stunned fans with the announcement of his entry into politics on social media platform X. He will be contesting from the Pithapuram constituency in the upcoming Andhra Pradesh assembly polls, where he will face competition from actor Pawan Kalyan. The announcement coincides with Kalyan's decision to contest from the same constituency, as part of his party's alliance with BJP and TDP for the state and Lok Sabha elections. Known for his political and gangster-themed films, this move by Varma has come as a surprise to many.