Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar’s upcoming film ‘Kanappa’ is in tremendous headlines these days. In this mythological drama film, Telugu actors Vishnu Manchu and Prabhas will be seen in the lead roles, while Raghu Babu will also be seen playing an important role.

Recently, during the promotional event of the film, Raghu Babu made a statement which has now become a topic of discussion on social media. Many people made fun of his statement, while some called it a peculiar promotional stunt of the film.

Raghu Babu’s controversial statement: “If someone trolled ‘Kanappa’, then…”

According to the Telugu news portal Telugu 360 report, during the promotional event, Raghu Babu said:

“If someone trolled ‘Kanappa’, he will have to bear the outbreak of Lord Shiva’s curse.”

His statement led to a flood of funny reactions on social media. Many people questioned such a marketing strategy, while some called it ridiculous.

Reaction on social media: people mocked

Raghu Babu’s statement from Instagram to Reddit was shower of memes and funny comments.

One user wrote:
“Fear and religion always work in this country. Now I cannot wait to go to hell and be fried in hot oil, because I have committed excessive sins.”

Another follower
“After all, which marketing technique is this? Oh God!”

A Shiva devotee jokingly said:
“Lord Shiva does not have enough time to curse every troll!”

The second user compared to ‘Adipurush’ and wrote:
“In other words, he (Raghu Babu) is trying to say that another ‘Adipurush’ is coming!”

What will be the story of ‘Kanappa’?

The film ‘Kanappa’ is based on the story of an exclusive devotee of Lord Shiva. It is directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, who has worked on many mythological and historical projects.

It has been in the discussion since the announcement of the film, and now Raghu Babu’s controversial statement has made it more headlines.

Can this film get involved in controversies like ‘Adipurush’?

‘Kanappa’ is already being compared to ‘Adipurush’, who was a victim of heavy criticism due to her poor scripts and dialogues.

After Raghu Babu’s statement, people are now in doubt that ‘Kanappa’ is also going on the same path?