Tirupati Laddu Scandal Sparks Social Media Clash Among Telugu Film Actors

The use of adulterated ghee in making Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams' laddu prasadam has caused a social media feud between Telugu actors Prakash Raj and Manchu Vishnu. Raj criticized Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan for inaction, while Vishnu defended him and called for a thorough investigation. The TTD confirmed sub-standard ghee and lard presence in samples.

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) are embroiled in controversy over allegations of using adulterated ghee in their laddu prasadam. This has led to a heated exchange between Telugu film actors Prakash Raj and Manchu Vishnu on social media.

Prakash Raj tagged Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on social media, urging him to investigate the matter and punish those responsible. Raj questioned why Kalyan was allegedly amplifying the issue instead of addressing it locally.

In response, Manchu Vishnu, president of the Movie Artists Association, countered Raj's comments, emphasizing the sanctity of Tirumala laddu for millions of Hindus and supporting Kalyan's call for an investigation. Meanwhile, the TTD has confirmed the presence of sub-standard ghee and lard in the prasadam samples.

(With inputs from agencies.)