Telugu film industry condemns Pahalgam attack

Many eminent Telugu film actors took to their social media page to condemn the terrorist attack that took place at Pahalgam on Tuesday, killing 28 people (as per latest reports), and critically injuring many. 

Taking to his X page, Vijay Deverakonda condemned the attack, posting, “What happened yesterday is heartbreaking and infuriating - calling yourself a Force and shooting tourists is the most shameful embarrassing and cowardly act of dumb terrorism hiding behind guns. We stand with the victims and their families. We stand with Kashmir. And i hope these cowards are cleaned out. Swiftly. India will never bow to terror.”

Nani, who shot for his upcoming film Hit 3 in Pahalgam, posted on X, “Three months back we were there. Over 200 people team for almost 20 days. Pahalgam was like a dream. The place, the people and the warmth. Heart broken and speechless. Why?”

Adivi Sesh offered his condolences to the victims. “Pahalgam. Truly tragic. Praying for those departed souls. Horrible cowardly attack against innocent,” his post on X read. Mahesh Babu too expressed his grief over the attack, posting, “A dark day… Deeply saddened by the attack in Pahalgam. Hope we find the strength to stand together against such cruelty. My thoughts and prayers are with the families during this difficult time…”

Among others who offered their condolences and condemned the attack were Sree Vishnu, Sharwanand, Allu Sirish, and Lakshmi Manchu.