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Producer Dil Raju apologizes for offending Telangana's cultural sentiments

Veteran film producer Dil Raju apologized for controversial comments he made about Telangana's cultural preferences during the trailer launch of 'Sankranthiki Vasthunnam'. His remarks, which compared Andhra Pradesh's cultural vibe to Telangana's focus on 'toddy and mutton,' were criticized for oversimplifying and misrepresenting Telangana's culture. Dil Raju expressed regret, clarifying his comments were not meant to disrespect Telangana's traditions and apologized for causing offense. He highlighted his involvement with the movie 'Fidaa' as an example of representing Telangana's culture positively. The controversy has sparked criticism, with MLC Deshapati Srinivas condemning Dil Raju's remarks, arguing that he lacks understanding of Telangana's culture and political landscape. Despite the controversy, Dil Raju is focusing on supporting the film industry, particularly with his recent appointment as Chairman of the Telangana Film Development Corporation. 'Sankranthiki Vasthunnam,' produced by Dil Raju, is set to release on January 14, 2025, during the Sankranti festival. The film features Venkatesh, Aishwarya Rajesh, and Meenakshi Chaudhary in lead roles.

| Neelima Eaty

02:52 PM Jan 11, 2025 IST