Chiranjeevi Faces Backlash For Shoving Airline Employee Who Wanted A Selfie At Airport: Watch Viral Video

Chiranjeevi Sparks Controversy Over Airport Selfie Incident: Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi is facing backlash after a video surfaced showing him shoving aside an airline employee who attempted to take a selfie with him at an airport. The undated footage, which has rapidly spread on social media, captures the actor and his wife, Surekha Konidela, arriving at the airport with their security team. As they exited the elevator, an airline staff member, dressed in uniform, approached Chiranjeevi for a selfie.

The video shows the actor initially walking away from the fan, who persisted by following Chiranjeevi as he paused briefly. When the fan made another attempt to capture a photo, Chiranjeevi reportedly pushed him aside and continued walking. The incident has sparked a heated debate online, with many criticising the actor for what they perceive as "rude" behaviour.

Online Debate Erupts After Chiranjeevi Pushes Fan Aside

One user on X (formerly Twitter) commented, "Chiranjeevi's rude behaviour with fans at the airport." Another user defended the actor, suggesting, "A female airline staff walking ahead motioned the person asking for a photo to step aside. Is it really right to stand up twice to a person traveling with family on a long flight journey? Civic sense is one that died crying!! Chiranjeevigaru is so good that he left it like a simple dance moment! (sic)"

Chiranjeevi and his family were in Paris recently for the inaugural ceremony of the Olympics, where the actor posed with an Olympic Torch replica. He shared the moment on social media, expressing his excitement about the event and wishing the Indian athletes success.

This incident comes on the heels of another controversy involving Telugu superstar Nagarjuna. Last month, Nagarjuna faced criticism after his bodyguard manhandled a differently-abled fan at an airport. Following the uproar, Nagarjuna issued an apology on social media and personally apologised to the fan.

The reactions to Chiranjeevi's encounter highlight the ongoing scrutiny celebrities face regarding their interactions with fans and the challenges of maintaining personal boundaries in public spaces.