
The second edition of the Gaddar Film Awards, hosted by the Telangana Government, concluded on a grand note, with the event largely running smoothly. However, a couple of minor incidents created brief, unnecessary hiccups during the समारोह.
One such incident involved Rashmika Mandanna’s personal bouncer, who reportedly got into a scuffle with a close aide of Dil Raju, the FDC Chairman. The bouncer, said to be newly hired, was unaware of key personalities at the venue, leading to a prolonged argument before media personnel intervened and resolved the situation.
In another awkward moment, noted writer Vijayendra Prasad was reportedly offended by the event management team and left the venue midway. The Mumbai-based organizers allegedly mistook him for R. Narayana Murthy and addressed him incorrectly, which did not go down well with the veteran writer.
These confusions highlighted the challenges faced by the external event management team in identifying regional celebrities. Despite these minor setbacks, the event was widely considered a success.
Megastar Chiranjeevi, who received the prestigious NTR Lifetime Achievement Award, praised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the Telangana Government for their strong support towards the film industry. He also remarked that Andhra Pradesh has been lagging behind Telangana in encouraging artists, urging the AP Government to take inspiration from Telangana’s initiatives.
























Chiranjeevi Urges AP to Revive Film Awards
At the Gaddar Film Awards 2026, Megastar Chiranjeevi lauded Telangana for reviving state film honors and recognizing contributions to cinema.
In a candid remark, he pointed out that Andhra Pradesh has fallen behind in supporting the arts, especially when compared to Telangana. He urged Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to take inspiration from Telangana’s initiative and reinstate film awards in the state.
Chiranjeevi’s comments bring attention to the decade-long absence of official state recognition for the film industry in Andhra Pradesh, sparking fresh discussion about the need to honor and encourage cinematic talent at the state level.