Priyanka Gandhi: హామీలు అమలు చేయకపోతే మమ్మల్ని దించేయండి

Megastar Chiranjeevi is set to return to the big screen with Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu, scheduled for release on January 12. Ahead of its theatrical debut, the film has already made headlines for a significant and unprecedented move in the Telugu Film Industry’s digital space.

The makers have implemented what is being described as a landmark legal intervention to counter bot-driven review bombing—an issue that has long plagued filmmakers. For years, automated accounts and coordinated online attacks have been accused of manipulating film ratings within hours of release, negatively impacting box office collections, audience perception, and a film’s long-term value.

What sets this step apart is its legal backing. Instead of issuing warnings or statements, the team has sought judicial intervention to restrict malicious reviews and prevent unfair down-ranking on digital platforms. This court-backed action establishes an enforceable framework, clearly distinguishing genuine audience criticism from organized digital sabotage.

The intent, according to industry insiders, is not to suppress free expression but to ensure fairness, transparency, and authenticity in online film feedback. The move sends a strong message that the industry will no longer remain passive in the face of technological misuse.

Many view this as a potential turning point for the Telugu Film Industry, one that could encourage accountability from digital platforms and deter coordinated manipulation campaigns. If effectively implemented, it may help restore audience trust and ensure films are evaluated by real viewers rather than automated or rival-driven agendas.