Actor Lavanya Tripathi publicly defended senior Telugu actor Chiranjeevi after a social media post revived criticism over his earlier remarks about wanting a male grandchild. The response followed a now-deleted tweet by a journalist, which referred to Chiranjeevi’s past comments and questioned his views through a gender lens.
Lavanya Calls Out Social Media Post
Taking to X, Lavanya said she usually ignores such posts but felt compelled to respond this time. She criticized the tone of the tweet, stating that it turned a personal and celebratory family moment into something distasteful. In her post, she asserted that the criticism failed to reflect how Chiranjeevi treats women within his family, particularly his granddaughters.
Lavanya added that sweeping judgments about individuals, especially without personal knowledge, were unfair. Her post quickly drew attention and triggered a wider debate on social media.
Mixed Public Reaction to Her Statement
While several users praised Lavanya for standing up for her father-in-law, others took issue with the wording of her defense. Some comments argued that her remarks appeared dismissive of others and unnecessary in elevating one individual over many.
Others pointed out a contradiction in urging people not to comment on someone they do not know while making broad statements about the conduct of men in general. The exchange highlighted the divided response to public figures intervening in sensitive social debates online.
Background of the Controversy
The renewed discussion traces back to remarks made by Chiranjeevi in February 2025. During a public appearance, he had spoken about being surrounded by granddaughters and expressed a wish that his son, actor Ram Charan, would have a son to carry forward the family legacy. He had also remarked that he feared another granddaughter, comments that drew widespread criticism at the time for reinforcing gender bias.
Despite the backlash, Chiranjeevi has often shared messages celebrating his grandchildren. Details on recent developments in the Konidela family, including the birth of Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela’s twins, were earlier reported by City Buzz Daily and can be read here.
Family Context and Recent Developments
Lavanya Tripathi and Varun Tej welcomed a son last year, an event publicly celebrated by Chiranjeevi through a congratulatory message. The episode has once again placed celebrity family remarks, past statements, and public accountability under scrutiny, reflecting the ongoing sensitivity around gender narratives in public discourse.
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