Bollywood Director’s Ongoing Rant Against Tollywood?

Bollywood filmmaker Siddharth Anand’s latest social media response regarding Telugu cinema has sparked discussion at a time when Tollywood’s global presence continues to grow. Filmmakers such as S.S. Rajamouli have helped Telugu cinema gain international recognition, while several Bollywood personalities have also acknowledged its growing influence. However, some comments from the Hindi film industry have occasionally triggered debates among Telugu audiences.

Recently, a netizen posted a list claiming that films featuring several top Telugu stars had faced consecutive failures. Siddharth Anand responded to the post with an “Oops” comment. Although the original post was later deleted by the user, Anand’s response remained visible, drawing criticism from Telugu fans. Some questioned why the director, known for successful films such as War and Pathaan, chose to respond that way. His earlier indirect response to discussions around Prabhas being called “India’s biggest superstar” has also resurfaced in the debate.