It is well known that TDP MLA Daggupati Prasad recently made derogatory remarks against actor Jr NTR and his mother.
While NTR himself has remained silent so far, his fans have erupted in anger.
Local NTR fans surrounded the MLA’s residence demanding an unconditional apology. However, they were told that the MLA was not at home at the time.
The controversy has since escalated, with NTR fans from across the state holding a press conference at the Hyderabad Press Club.
They warned that they have long balanced support between TDP and NTR’s films, but such comments would force them to say goodbye to the party.
In a surprising twist, the fans went further, stating that they are part of democracy and, if necessary, are ready to step into politics themselves.
The indirect message: if provoked, they may even contest elections, threatening to wipe out TDP’s presence in places like Anantapur.
Whether this was said with NTR’s consent or in the heat of the moment remains unclear, but it’s undoubtedly a big statement.
The prospect of NTR’s fans breaking away, forming a party, and directly opposing the TDP could change the state’s political equations.
For now, much depends on MLA Prasad. Fans insist that he must “realize his mistake, tender a public apology in Anantapur’s main center, and be suspended from the party.”
Meanwhile, the matter has reportedly reached Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, who has sought an explanation from Prasad.
There is speculation that the MLA may once again claim the controversial audio tape is not his.