Chennai, March 13 Veteran Telugu actor Rajendra Prasad has now issued a heartfelt apology for a comment he made about former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M G Ramachandran, stating that the comment was unintentional.
In a video clip that has gone viral on social media, the veteran Telugu actor apologized in Tamil. He said, "I am Telugu actor Rajendra Prasad. There was a function that took place in our place. They gave me an award named after veteran actor Kanta Rao. When I was speaking in that function in a lighthearted manner about the God of Tamil cinema, MGR sir, a word slipped out."
Pointing out that his comment was unintentional, the actor emphasized that he held a high regard for former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M G Ramachandran.
"Would I talk about him in that way? How could I have the courage to speak like that? When I studied at the Madras Film Institute, he was the Chief Minister. He would visit us to see how we were learning to act. I am nobody to speak about him. However, if the word that slipped out of my mouth has hurt anyone, please forgive me. I assure you that I will never speak like that again in my life. Please forgive my mistake this time and let's put this matter to rest," he appealed.
Rajendra Prasad's apology comes in the wake of several Tamil stars, including South Indian Artistes' Association President Nasser and actor Vishal, appealing to him to tender an apology for the comment he made during his speech in Hyderabad.
For those unaware, Rajendra Prasad, during his speech at an event, had heaped praise on veteran Telugu actor Kanta Rao. While highlighting Kanta Rao's significance, he made a comment that was perceived as disrespectful towards legendary Tamil actor and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M G Ramachandran, popularly known as MGR.