Director Anil Ravipudi made headlines with a statement at the pre-release event of Satyadev’s Krishnamma, which has since stirred discussion online.
The renowned director encouraged audiences to prioritize visiting theatres to support films, suggesting they skip watching IPL matches for a few days to catch movies instead.
However, his remarks received criticism from some netizens who felt it was the public’s choice what to watch.
Acknowledging the backlash, Anil Ravipudi expressed regret over his words, stating he was hurt by the misunderstanding.
He clarified that he had spoken after consulting with a distributor who noted a decline in theatre attendance during summer due to the IPL. This context led to his comments, which he now seeks to amend.
Anil Ravipudi emphasized that he never intended to offend anyone and urged audiences to enjoy both IPL matches and films whenever possible.
