New Delhi: Pushpa 2-starrer Allu Arjun is at the center of a social media storm after a brand strategist’s podcast clip went viral, sparking a debate on celebrity conduct and professional boundaries. In response, Allu Arjun’s team issued a statement rejecting the allegations and announced plans to take legal action against those spreading false information.
Official statement from Allu Arjun’s office
The official note is titled, “An official note from Icon Star
@alluarjun’s office. The recent video spreading baseless allegations about @alluarjun is completely false. The matter is being taken seriously and legal action is being taken against those responsible. Please avoid sharing unverified content,” read:
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“Some recent comments made about Mr. Allu Arjun are completely baseless and false.
He has always conducted himself with the utmost dignity and respect.
We take these false allegations seriously.
Our legal team is initiating defamation proceedings against those responsible.
We request everyone to refrain from spreading unverified information.”
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An official note from Icon Star @alluarjunOffice of.
Baseless allegations are being spread about a recent video @alluarjun Is completely false. The matter is being taken seriously and legal action is being taken against those responsible. Please avoid sharing unverified… pic.twitter.com/sXhSNRsB36– Team Allu Arjun (@TeamAAOfficial) 10 February 2026
The team also urged social media users to avoid sharing unverified content, stressing that legal measures are being taken.
Controversial podcast clip sparks debate
The controversy started when a brand strategist detailed his professional conversation with Allu Arjun during a podcast. He claimed that meeting the actor involved a large entourage, multiple managers and following highly structured protocols.
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According to the strategist, the actor’s team reportedly enforces 42 do’s and don’ts for those who meet him, which include restrictions like not shaking hands or avoiding direct eye contact with the star.
The strategist suggested that these rules are implemented by Allu Arjun’s management to maintain discipline and streamline interactions, especially considering his growing popularity and busy schedule. He also said that such measures reflect the increasing complexity of access to high-profile personalities in the film industry.
Following the release of the clip, netizens shared mixed reactions. While some questioned the need for such strict protocols, others defended the need for professional boundaries in a high-pressure celebrity environment.