Kiccha Sudeep Responds To Criticism Of Rashmika Mandanna Over Not Watching Kantara

Rashmika Mandanna has come under fire ever since she said that she hadn't seen the popular Kannada movie Kantara, and Kannada actor Kiccha Sudeep has responded. According to him, a celebrity's life is all about getting all the stones and garlands.

Rashmika had previously stated to the media in November that she did not have the time to watch Rishab Shetty's Kantara when questioned about it. Rishab directed Rashmika's debut movie Kirik Party. So, several people accused her of forgetting her roots. Asked if her statement was blown out of proportion, Sudeep told in an interview, “It is what it is. How can you change the world? If you go 15-20 years back, there were news channels interviewing us, and all that was pretty new at the time. But if you go to Dr. Rajkumar sir’s time, nothing was there except Doordarshan and papers." He added, "So, how can you say they were better because now suddenly media is there? It’s wrong (to say that) because of media news everything is going wrong. We should learn to handle it. We should always move on. And once you’re a public figure, there will always be garlands. There will always be eggs, tomatoes, and stones also coming at you." Rashmika didn't comment on the criticism directly. But after the controversy, she posted a long note on Instagram about handling negativity. "A couple of things have been troubling me these last few days or weeks or months or maybe even years now. And I think it’s time I address it. I am only speaking for myself – something I should have done years ago. I have been on the receiving end of a lot of hate ever since I started my career. Quite literally a punching bag for a lot of trolls and negativity out there,” she wrote. “I know that the life I’ve chosen comes with a price. I understand that I’m not everyone’s cup of tea and certainly don’t expect to be loved by every single person out there. That doesn’t mean because you don’t approve of me you can spew negativity instead. Only I know the kind of work I put in, day in and day out to make you all happy. The happiness you feel from the work I put out is what I care about most. I really am trying the best I can to put out things that both you and I are proud of,” she added.