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  • S.S. Rajamouli Faces Backlash Over Hanuman Remark During ‘Varanasi’ Title Launch; Read on

S.S. Rajamouli Faces Backlash Over Hanuman Remark During ‘Varanasi’ Title Launch; Read on

Director S.S. Rajamouli’s comments at the ‘Varanasi’ title launch have sparked widespread controversy. His words about a technical glitch and Hanuman have drawn criticism, making the event a major online talking point.

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Author : Nancy Tiwari
Published : Nov 17 2025, 12:26 PM IST
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Backlash Against Rajamouli

Director S.S. Rajamouli is facing fierce criticism after his comments about a technical glitch during the ‘Varanasi’ title launch. Fans and industry insiders have expressed disappointment, turning his remark into a trending topic and sparking widespread backlash on social media.

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Varanasi Title Launch Mishap

At the ‘Varanasi’ title launch, a large screen failed to open on time, creating an awkward delay. While S.S. Rajamouli apologized after it was fixed, his subsequent comments sparked a major controversy and widespread criticism.

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Rajamouli’s Controversial Remark

Director S.S. Rajamouli sparked backlash after saying, “I don’t have much faith in God. When the tech issue happened, I got angry and wondered, is this how Hanuman helps me?” He also referenced his wife’s devotion, intensifying the controversy.

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Public Outcry Over Rajamouli’s Comment

Rajamouli’s remark upset many, including Hanuman devotees, who criticized him for blaming the deity over a technical glitch. Social media users condemned the statement, calling it inappropriate, and some are now demanding a public apology from the acclaimed director.

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