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flag Actor Rishab Shetty faces backlash for speaking only in Kannada at a Telugu-speaking event for Kantara: Chapter 1, sparking debate over language use in Indian cinema.

flag Actor Rishab Shetty drew criticism at the Hyderabad pre-release event for Kantara: Chapter 1 after speaking only in Kannada, sparking backlash from Telugu fans who expected him to address them in Telugu or English. flag Though Shetty cited speaking from the heart, some viewed the choice as dismissive of Telugu audiences, despite his history of using local languages at regional events. flag The film, set for October 2, 2025, has ignited debate over linguistic expectations in multilingual Indian cinema, with a producer defending Shetty’s decision as rooted in comfort and consistency. flag No official response has been issued.

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