Nagarjuna Clarifies ‘Real Hero’ Remark About Dhanush in Kuberaa: Says Film Is a Team Effort
Nagarjuna addresses his viral ‘real hero’ comment about Dhanush in Kuberaa, clarifying that the film is a collective effort and belongs to everyone involved.
Nagarjuna clears the air on his ‘real hero’ comment, calling Kuberaa a team-driven film.
Kuberaa, starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Rashmika Mandanna, has taken the box office by storm since its release on June 20. The social thriller has not only impressed audiences but also posted impressive earnings, crossing ₹50 crore worldwide within just two days.
Nagarjuna’s Comment Sparks Controversy
Amidst the film’s success, a remark made by Nagarjuna during a previous media interaction sparked debate. The actor had stated that he felt like the “real hero” of the film, citing that his character drives the story forward. This didn’t sit well with many Dhanush fans, who believe he is the clear lead and emotional core of the film.
Nagarjuna Issues Clarification at Kuberaa Success Meet
Addressing the backlash at a recent Kuberaa success meet, Nagarjuna offered a public clarification. Acknowledging the online criticism and memes, he explained that his words were misunderstood.
“Characters are the pivotal and central point of the film. It's not my cinema,” Nagarjuna said. “I've seen a lot of memes and trolls on social media for my words at the Kuberaa press meet.”
He emphasized that his intention was never to overshadow his co-stars or take sole credit.
“Kuberaa Is Everyone’s Film,” Says Nagarjuna
Setting the record straight, the veteran actor added:
“I want to make it clear that this film belongs to everyone who worked on it. I’m saying again, this is Sekhar Kammula’s Kuberaa. It’s Deva’s cinema — not Dhanush but the character Deva. This film is Deepak's, Sameera's, and Khushboo's; above all, it belongs to Sekhar Kammula. Thank you so much.”
Kuberaa Box Office Performance
As for the film’s performance, Kuberaa continues to trend upward. With ₹50 crore collected in just two days, trade analysts predict that it could easily approach ₹80 crore by the end of its first weekend. With strong reviews and positive word-of-mouth, the movie is on track for a stellar theatrical run.
