As Suriya’s upcoming action drama Karuppu gears up for a grand theatrical release, director and actor RJ Balaji has unexpectedly landed in controversy after an old video of his resurfaced online. The viral clip, reportedly from an award event held several years ago, shows RJ Balaji making humorous remarks about Telugu commercial films. The video has now sparked heated debates across social media platforms, especially among Telugu movie fans.
The controversy comes at a sensitive time since Karuppu is preparing for release in both Tamil and Telugu markets. In Telugu, the film is being released under the title Veera Bhadrudu. While some viewers believe the comments were intended purely as comedy and satire, others feel they were disrespectful toward Telugu cinema and its storytelling style. The clip has quickly gone viral, with many fans expressing disappointment online.
Despite the backlash, a section of audiences has come out in support of RJ Balaji, arguing that old jokes should not be blown out of proportion years later. Many social media users also pointed out that satire on the film industry is common in entertainment events and should not be taken too seriously. Meanwhile, the makers of Karuppu have not officially responded to the controversy yet.
Directed by RJ Balaji and starring Suriya and Trisha Krishnan in lead roles, Karuppu remains one of the most anticipated Tamil releases of the season. The film has already generated strong buzz through its trailer, songs, and promotional campaigns ahead of release.
