New Delhi: Actress Anshu Ambani on Tuesday urged fans to move on from the controversy over ‘Mazaka’ director Trinadha Rao Nakkina’s comments about her body and focus on the release of her upcoming Telugu film.
At the teaser launch event of “Mazaaka” on Sunday, Nakkina’s comments about Ambani’s body type and “size” drew sharp criticism on social media and within the industry, leading the director to publicly apologize to the actor. He also said that the comments were made “in jest”.
In a video statement shared on social media, Ambani downplayed the incident and called Nakkina “the sweetest man on the planet”.
“I believe his words may have been taken out of context… He has treated me like a member of his family. I have worked on this film for 60 days, and I feel respected, Nothing has been given but love and much more.” Good luck, please, if we can make it happen, because I’m very excited about the film.
“I think we all should watch the film for the right reasons. Working with Trinadha sir was an absolute pleasure. I couldn’t have found a better director to bring me back to the Telugu film industry. I am grateful to him for supporting me in this process. are guiding, I have nothing but love and gratitude for them and the entire team,” the London-born actor said in the clip.
Setting the record straight! @AnshuActress Thank you @TrinadhaaoNak1 Thanks to Garu for his love, respect and guidance #joke“He is such a joy to work with and he is the loveliest person on the planet.”
Dismissing all the rumours, actress Anshu praised the director’s kindness and professionalism!… pic.twitter.com/yMljPSWDPG– (@UrsVamsiShekar) 13 January 2025
On Monday, Nakkina released a video statement apologizing for his comments and calling them “unfortunate.”
“I made those comments jokingly, hoping everyone would laugh. However, if these comments hurt you then it is my fault. I would like to sincerely apologize as they were offensive. I will also personally apologize to Anshu. “I didn’t realize it would become such an important issue,” he said.
Dir had an unfortunate case of a slip of the tongue yesterday #Nakkinatrindharao
This is a wrong example and we must be careful to avoid it
Trinadh Garu and Team #joke I apologize to Anshu Garu and all the women present there for the wrong choice of words.
we are because of you pic.twitter.com/KQvLSeBtJ1– Sundeep Kishan (@sundeepkishan) 13 January 2025
Ambani, known for Telugu films “Manmadhudu” and “Raghavendra” and Tamil title “Jai”, is returning to Telugu cinema after more than 20 years with “Maajaka”, which will release in theaters on February 21.
