Chiranjeevi Criticizes Lack of South Cinema Representation

In a recent interview on Aha's Fireside Chat, actor Chiranjeevi reflected on his feelings of anger and insult regarding the lack of representation of South Indian cinema at a film festival in Goa during the '90s. He recounted how the event showcased only a few South Indian actors, such as Rajkumar and MGR, while prominently featuring North Indian stars, which he felt diminished the contributions of Southern legends like NTR and Sivaji Ganesan. Chiranjeevi expressed that this experience fueled his desire to act in Hindi films out of 'vengeance' to prove South cinema's potential. He praised the current wave of South Indian filmmakers, particularly SS Rajamouli, for bringing recognition to the industry on a global scale. Chiranjeevi also acknowledged his choice of commercial films over personal preferences to support producers, emphasizing the importance of box office success. He is currently preparing for the release of his upcoming film, Vishwambhara, amid a resurgence of interest in South cinema.