A lot of eyes and ears were open curiously, when film star Balakrishna celebrated his 48th birthday at Rajahmundry on Sunday amid speculations that he would make some announcement on his entry into politics.
But when it finally happened, there was no euphoria at all. All that Balaiah said was that he would emulate his father and strive for the uplift of the common man. The programme was organised by the Telugu Desam leaders like Ambika Krishna, but they all refrained from making any direct refernce to his political interests. Only Ambika Krishna said the people would see a different Balakrishna in the near future.
Sources in the TD said Balaiah expressed his desire to wait for some more time to enter politics, particulary till the release of his forth coming film "Okka Magadu." If the film becomes a hit and the people start talking about him, he can make an entry into politics. But if the film flops at the box office, he would get a negative talk among the people and it would not be an appropriate time for his political arangetram. He would strive to get a positive response from the people through his social service activities to regain his image before jumping into the fray, sources said.
