Superstar Rajinikanth
, known for his larger-than-life persona both on and off the screen, recently found himself amidst
controversy
following an incident at
Anant Ambani
and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
The actor, accompanied by his wife, Latha
Rajinikanth
, and daughter, Aishwarya Rajinikanth, graced the event with his presence.
However, a video from the occasion surfaced online, stirring up a storm of criticism directed at the renowned actor.
In the video, Rajinikanth can be seen smiling and waving at the paparazzi, appearing to enjoy the attention. However, what caught the attention of the fans was an alleged interaction between the actor and his housekeeper. According to the video, Rajinikanth reportedly asked his housekeeper to move aside while he posed for photographs with his family.
The incident sparked outrage among people, who took to social media to express their disappointment and condemnation towards Rajinikanth's behaviour. Many criticised the actor for what they perceived as disrespectful treatment towards his
house help
, with some calling it "cheap" and "shameful."
One netizen wrote, "That’s his true colour; no wonder this guy never caught the attention of whole Tamils in Tamil Nadu." Another commented, "Cheapest behaviour from #Rajinikanth," while a third expressed, "Hey, look at this, how he is treating that lady... shame to be his fan."
Amidst the backlash, Rajinikanth has yet to respond to the controversy. However, this incident has reignited discussions about celebrities' responsibility towards their staff and the importance of treating everyone with dignity and respect.
Rajinikanth recently made a special cameo appearance in 'Lal Salaam, which was directed by his daughter, Aishwarya Rajinikanth. His upcoming project, 'Vettaiyan', directed by T. J. Gnanavel, features an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, and Rana Daggubati in the key roles.
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