The court-ordered suspension of audience reviews for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has triggered strong reactions across the industry — and Vijay Deverakonda has now weighed in with a deeply personal response. Ahead of the film’s Sankranti release, reviews and ratings for the Chiranjeevi-starrer have been blocked on BookMyShow following a court directive.
Vijay’s take? Relief mixed with disappointment.
“Happy and Sad”: Vijay’s Honest Take
Sharing his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), Vijay posted a screenshot noting that this was the first time the industry had seen ratings suspended via court order. He wrote that he felt happy knowing the hard work, dreams, and money invested by many were finally being protected — but sad that it took such a step to address a problem caused by “our own people.”
He questioned the culture of targeted attacks and asked what happened to “live and let live” and growing together — a sentiment that resonated widely online.
Years of Warnings, Little Action
Vijay revealed that he has been flagging organised online attacks for years, dating back to the time of Dear Comrade. He said his concerns were often dismissed with the belief that “nobody can stop a good film,” but producers and directors who later collaborated with him quickly realised the scale of the issue.
In a candid admission, Vijay spoke about sleepless nights spent wondering who orchestrates such campaigns — and how to protect not just his own dreams, but those of future filmmakers and actors.
“This Won’t Solve Everything — But It Helps”
While welcoming the court’s recognition of the threat, Vijay cautioned that the move won’t fix the problem entirely. Still, he called it “one less thing to worry about” — especially significant now that even a film led by someone as influential as Chiranjeevi required legal protection.
He ended his note on a hopeful tone, wishing #MSVPG and all Sankranti releases a successful run, urging audiences to enjoy the festive slate.
About Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu
Directed by Anil Ravipudi, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is an action-comedy starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara in lead roles. The film is set to release on January 12, and its BookMyShow page currently displays the message: “Ratings & Reviews disabled as per court order.”
Final Words
Vijay Deverakonda’s reaction cuts to the heart of a growing industry concern: the power and misuse of pre-release perception. While the court order may offer temporary relief, the larger conversation around transparency, accountability, and fair audience feedback is far from over.
For now, the spotlight shifts back to the theatres — where the real verdict will unfold.
