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After backlash, Vijay Rangaraju apologises for his comments on Dr Vishnuvardhan

The Telugu actor was seen apologising on television to the Kannad... Read More
The comments of

Telugu actor Vijay Rangaraju

against Kannada thespian Dr Vishnuvardhan has not gone down well with fans of the late actor. And, his comments made during a recent interview has also irked television actors and film actors from the Kannada industry with everyone demanding an apology from the actor.

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And, seems like the actor has realised the error in his statements as he was seen emotionally apologising to the irked fans and actors over his recent insensitive comment. In an almost three-minute long video, the actor was seen getting emotional and was in tears. "To the people of Karnataka and children of Karnataka, I have made a very huge mistake and I am getting punished for that. Due to the pandemic I'm wearing a mask and it's not like I am not willing to show you my face. I have sinned," said Vijay who blamed his financial and professional struggles and frustration for the rant. "Please forgive me Vishnu Vardhan fans and I also apologise to the late actor's wife Bharathi Vishnuvardhan because of my words. I am really really sorry and my sincere apologies to

Sudeep sir

, Puneeth Rajkumar and Upendra sir."

The actor ended the video by falling on his feet and crying. Actor Aniruddha Jatkar was seen sharing the video and posted, "ತುಂಬಾ ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು ಬಿ. ಟಿ. ವಿ. ಮತ್ತು ಹರೀಶ ರವರೆ...��"


Senior Telugu actor Vijay Rangaraju's comments on late Kannada matinee idol Dr Vishnuvardhan, which were nasty and personal and given during an interview of his in Telugu, has been condemned by many people in the state for being uncalled for. He has drawn the wrath of many Kannada film fans, who have said that they were displeased with the remarks and wanted it to be taken back. Several members from the film industry, including Dr Vishnuvardhan's son-in-law Aniruddha Jatkar have expressed their displeasure too. Two of the biggest stars in the film industry, Kichcha Sudeep and Puneeth Rajkumar, voiced their opinion and stated that they demand an apology from the Telugu actor.

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