# Rajendra Prasad's Shocking Remark on MGR Sparks Outrage – Apology Issued Amid Backlash!
In a stunning turn at a recent award ceremony, veteran Telugu actor **Rajendra Prasad** ignited a firestorm by claiming that Tamil icon and former Chief Minister **MGR** "pissed his pants" watching **Kantha Rao**'s performances, leading to widespread condemnation from Tamil cinema stars like **Vishal** and **Nassar**[1][2][3][4]. What started as praise for Kantha Rao's folklore film prowess at the Kalaprapoorna Kantha Rao National Award event in Hyderabad quickly spiraled into controversy, with the viral video drawing sharp backlash for its perceived disrespect toward MGR, a beloved leader and cultural icon[1][3]. The remark, made while honoring Kantha Rao's legacy in over 400 Telugu films, was slammed as "shocking and repelling" by Vishal, general secretary of the South Indian Artistes' Association, who urged Prasad to apologize responsibly as a senior figure in the industry[3][4][5]. Nassar echoed this, requesting a heartfelt apology while emphasizing MGR's apolitical honor among fans, and producer G Dhananjeyan called it "ridiculous and unacceptable"[3][4]. Social media erupted with Tamil fans demanding accountability, highlighting sensitivities around cross-industry legends and Prasad's recent string of controversies[1][2][6]. Yet, in a move toward reconciliation, **Rajendra Prasad has now apologized**, stating, "If my words hurt anyone, forgive me," as reported in the Times of India, addressing the uproar directly and seeking to mend ties across the South Indian film fraternity. This incident underscores the deep reverence for figures like MGR and the need for mindful public discourse in cinema[1][2]. What do you think – was Prasad's comment a harmless exaggeration gone wrong, or a step too far? **Drop your thoughts in the comments below, share this post with fellow cinema lovers, and let's keep the conversation respectful!**Citations
1.https://english.tupaki.com/amp/entertainment/rajendra-prasad-mgr-remarks-controversy-1477043
2.https://www.m9.news/movienews/rajendra-prasad-mgr-controversial-remark/
3.https://www.thenewsminute.com/amp/story/flix/tamil-actors-object-to-rajendra-prasads-comments-on-mgr-seek-apology
4.https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/actor-vishal-slams-rajendra-prasad-over-remarks-on-mgr-calls-comments-shocking-and-repelling-article-13858198.html
5.https://indiaglitz.com/controversy-over-remarks-on-m-g-r-vishal-opposes-telugu-actor-rajendra-prasad
6.https://www.gulte.com/shorts/400100/rajendra-prasads-comment-on-mgr-triggers-backlash
7.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_UJZ2TdcMI
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