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Rahul Dev on Mahesh Babu: 'Bollywood can't afford him'
14 May
Summary
- Actor Rahul Dev commented on Mahesh Babu's career path.
- Dev suggested language barrier impacts Babu's Bollywood prospects.
- Babu's 2022 statement claimed Bollywood couldn't afford him.
Actor Rahul Dev recently made comments about superstar Mahesh Babu during a podcast, which have since gone viral. Dev reflected on Babu's career, attributing his success partly to collaborations with director Trivikram Srinivas and a unique film genre that blends commercial appeal with sensibility.
When asked about Mahesh Babu's 2022 statement that 'Bollywood can't afford me,' Rahul Dev humorously suggested the underlying reason is Babu's lack of fluency in Hindi. Dev's remarks, accompanied by a wink, led to varied reactions online, with some fans expressing shock and others interpreting his comments as a jest.
Mahesh Babu, who holds significant stardom, had previously stated in May 2022 that he received many Hindi film offers but felt the industry could not meet his value. He implied he did not want to waste his time on such opportunities.
Fans have defended Babu, asserting his Hindi proficiency. Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu is slated to star in SS Rajamouli's upcoming film, tentatively titled 'Varanasi,' with a projected 2027 release. The film also reportedly features Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj.
