Actor Shivaji’s comments made during the pre-release event for the film ‘Dhandoraa’ quickly sparked significant controversy. Consequently, the ‘Dhandoraa’ team frequently faces questions about Shivaji whenever they appear publicly. This pattern continued when actors Navdeep, Bindhu Madhavi, and the movie’s director recently met with a group of students.

During their interaction, some students questioned Navdeep’s silence on stage, asking why he didn’t condemn Shivaji’s statements. Navdeep addressed these inquiries, clarifying his reasons for not intervening, despite being visibly disturbed by the senior actor’s remarks at the time.

Navdeep stated, ‘Someone like Shivaji has been speaking publicly for three decades; he should understand what is appropriate or not. It’s difficult to truly stop such an individual; one can only listen to their viewpoint and then decide whether to agree or disagree.’ He also mentioned that his initial reaction was shock, which prevented him from responding immediately.

Navdeep also offered insight into the mental process during such public incidents. He explained, ‘It’s simple to criticize Navdeep, or any other actor present, for not reacting or doing anything. However, truthfully, we often only process and reflect on comments heard or made after some time has passed, allowing for a considered response. An immediate, on-the-spot reaction isn’t always possible.’

The incident involving Navdeep and Shivaji at the ‘Dhandoraa’ event quickly became a significant topic in Tollywood news, sparking widespread discussion about the actor’s statements and the ensuing movie controversy.