Rajendra Prasad recently made controversial remarks about cricketer David Warner.
The following day, he acknowledged his mistake and issued a public apology. But that’s not the only issue making headlines.
There are now allegations that Rajendra Prasad attended the event under the influence of alcohol.
This incident has sparked a broader conversation: Do some actors consume alcohol before attending public functions? Is it that they cannot speak on stage without drinking? The topic has quickly become a hot-button issue.
Let’s suppose that a few actors do show up at events after drinking.
Some argue, “What’s wrong with that? It’s their event, their choice.” Up to a point, that may seem acceptable. But the real concern arises when alcohol impairs judgment and leads to reckless speech or behavior.
Take, for instance, an old incident involving Balakrishna, who reportedly grabbed the mic while intoxicated and made remarks that were offensive to women.
The controversy was massive, and although he later apologized, the question remained: Why let it get that far in the first place?
Similarly, several years ago, a well-known star hero, frustrated about not receiving an award, posted an angry tweet late at night. He deleted it within hours, but the damage was done.
That one post — allegedly made under the influence — left a lasting impact, with many in the industry losing respect for him.
More recently, a character artist attended an event while drunk and verbally attacked the media on stage, using offensive language.
Among today’s younger heroes, it’s said that around 90% reportedly consume alcohol, and many are known for posting impulsive tweets at midnight, often stirring controversy.
Even in a recent photo featuring Jr. NTR and director Prashanth Neel, a glass of alcohol was seen between them — sparking yet more discussion online.
Of course, parties are a part of the industry. While some actors may lose control behind the scenes, most have historically maintained composure in public—until now.
Alcohol clearly affects composure, clarity, and speech. Despite being aware of this, many celebrities in the film industry seem unable — or unwilling — to give up the habit.
