"No intention of hurting or defaming Akkineni Nagarjuna or his family," Telangana Minister Konda Surekha

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12 Nov 2025, 11:31 GMT+10

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh), [India] November 12 (ANI): Amid social media buzz and widespread speculation, Telangana Forest and Environment Minister Konda Surekha issued a public clarification, stating that she had no intention of hurting or defaming veteran actor Akkineni Nagarjuna or his family members.

In a statement shared with the media, Konda Surekha emphasised that recent remarks or posts attributed to her were being misinterpreted or taken out of context, leading to unnecessary controversy.

'I have great respect for Nagarjuna Garu and his family, who have made immense contributions to Indian cinema. My words were never meant to cause any harm, disrespect, or defamation,' the statement read.

The clarification comes after a section of social media users and fan groups expressed outrage over earlier comments, interpreting them as critical of the Akkineni family. The controversy quickly went viral, prompting calls for an apology and clarification.

Reiterating her admiration for the actor, the Minister said, 'I deeply value the legacy and reputation of the Akkineni family. If my words have caused any hurt, I sincerely apologise. That was never my intention.'

Akkineni Nagarjuna, one of the most respected figures in Telugu cinema, has not issued an official response so far. The actor, known for his dignified presence both on and off screen, continues to enjoy a wide fan following across the country.

Earlier in October 2024, Konda Surekha had made alleged defamatory remarks about former Minister KT Rama Rao (KTR) and actor Nagarjuna. Later, Surekha apologised to the Akkineni family. (ANI)

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