Mogali Rekulu fame Sagar’s Siddhartha Teaser

The trailer for the upcoming Bollywood film Param Sundari, starring Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra, is grabbing attention not just for its cross-cultural love story but for a particular monologue that name-drops South Indian superstars like Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, and Yash — with the most emphasis placed on Allu Arjun. The dialogue clearly aims to leverage Allu Arjun’s post-Pushpa nationwide craze, bridging North and South audiences.

However, the spotlight hasn’t sat well with everyone. Fans of Prabhas and Mahesh Babu have voiced their displeasure online, arguing that giving Allu Arjun the prime mention sidelines other Telugu icons with equally massive followings. Prabhas, who gained global fame after Baahubali, and Mahesh Babu, a beloved star with a huge fan base, were conspicuously absent from this cinematic nod.

While Bollywood often references South stars to tap into their market appeal and foster industry integration, focusing too heavily on one name can be a risky move. In the fiercely loyal and competitive world of South Indian fandom, even a small perceived imbalance can spark strong reactions. The Param Sundari trailer has certainly created buzz — though perhaps not the kind the makers had in mind.