Actor Arshad Warsi has responded to the backlash following his comments about Prabhas' performance in 'Kalki 2898 AD', where he referred to the character as looking like a 'joker'. At the IIFA Awards 2024, Warsi clarified that his remarks were not aimed at Prabhas as an actor but rather at the character's portrayal, praising Prabhas as a 'brilliant actor'. He expressed concern over the tendency for statements to be misinterpreted and highlighted that giving a poor character to a talented actor can be disheartening for audiences. The controversy began when Warsi criticized 'Kalki 2898 AD' during a podcast, leading to outrage from fans and members of the Telugu film fraternity. Additionally, he stressed the importance of unity within the Indian film industry, opposing the division into terms like Bollywood and Tollywood. Warsi hinted at future projects, including a potential 'Munna Bhai 3'.