South Indian actor Mahesh Babu, a superstar in Telugu cinema, created a stir earlier this week for his remarks on why he had not made his foray into Bollywood films so far.&nbsp; 
 
Mahesh Babu was asked at an event about his plans of doing Bollywood films to which the actor was quoted as saying, "Bollywood can't afford me." The actor had added that he was aware that he was making a statement which would make him sound 'arrogant'.&nbsp;

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On Tuesday, while speaking to the media during the promotions of his upcoming film 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata', the actor clarified his statement once again.&nbsp; 
 
"I have always wanted to do Telugu films. And I have always wished for Telugu movies to do well across the country. I strongly feel, why should we go to another industry by leaving ours behind? I am very happy that our films are reaching there (in North India). Our movies are doing well at the pan-India level and my dream is coming true,” Mahesh said. 
 
Mahesh has often been asked about his impending debut in Bollywood and earlier he has given rather mellow answers. "I don’t need to do Hindi films. I can just do a Telugu film and it’ll get seen all over the world – that’s what’s happening right now. You’d want to be in a position to do (only) a Telugu film,” he had earlier.

South Indian actor Mahesh Babu, a superstar in Telugu cinema, created a stir earlier this week for his remarks on why he had not made his foray into Bollywood films so far.

South Indian actor Mahesh Babu, a superstar in Telugu cinema, created a stir earlier this week for his remarks on why he had not made his foray into Bollywood films so far. Mahesh Babu was asked at an event about his plans of doing Bollywood films to which the actor was quoted as saying, "Bollywood can't afford me." The actor had added that he was aware that he was making a statement which would make him sound 'arrogant'. Mahesh Babu on working in Bollywood films: Don't think they can afford me On Tuesday, while speaking to the media during the promotions of his upcoming film 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata', the actor clarified his statement once again. "I have always wanted to do Telugu films. And I have always wished for Telugu movies to do well across the country. I strongly feel, why should we go to another industry by leaving ours behind? I am very happy that our films are reaching there (in North India). Our movies are doing well at the pan-India level and my dream is coming true,” Mahesh said. Mahesh has often been asked about his impending debut in Bollywood and earlier he has given rather mellow answers. "I don’t need to do Hindi films. I can just do a Telugu film and it’ll get seen all over the world – that’s what’s happening right now. You’d want to be in a position to do (only) a Telugu film,” he had earlier.

Mahesh Babu clarifies his 'Bollywood can't afford' comment: Always wanted to do Telugu films

A superstar in his own right, Telugu actor Mahesh Babu's popularity is not just limited to southern India. The actor enjoys a massive fan following all over the world, and unlike many of his contemporaries, the actor has never ventured into Bollywood.&nbsp; 
 
At the recent trailer launch event of Aidivi Sesh's 'Major' where the star was a special guest, Mahesh was asked whether he ever had plans to venture into Bollywood. The actor stated that the Hindi film industry "cannot afford" him and he didn't want to waste time doing a Hindi film.&nbsp; 
 
"I did get a lot of offers in Hindi, but I don't think they can afford me. I don't want to waste my time working in an industry which can't afford me. The stardom and the respect I get here (in South) is huge, so I never really thought of leaving my industry and going to some other industry. I have always thought of doing films and becoming bigger. My dream is coming true now and I can't be happier," the actor reportedly told the media during an interaction.&nbsp; 
 
The actor is at present waiting for the release of his upcoming film, 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata'. Directed by Parasuram Petla, the film will release in theatres on May 12. 
 
Mahesh Babu was last seen in 'Sarileru Neekevvaru' which was released in 2020. The actor is one of the biggest stars of Telugu cinema. He is married to former Miss India and Bollywood star Namrata Shirodkar and the couple share two kids together.&nbsp;

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A superstar in his own right, Telugu actor Mahesh Babu's popularity is not just limited to southern India. The actor enjoys a massive fan following all over the world, and unlike many of his contemporaries, the actor has never ventured into Bollywood.

A superstar in his own right, Telugu actor Mahesh Babu's popularity is not just limited to southern India. The actor enjoys a massive fan following all over the world, and unlike many of his contemporaries, the actor has never ventured into Bollywood. At the recent trailer launch event of Aidivi Sesh's 'Major' where the star was a special guest, Mahesh was asked whether he ever had plans to venture into Bollywood. The actor stated that the Hindi film industry "cannot afford" him and he didn't want to waste time doing a Hindi film. "I did get a lot of offers in Hindi, but I don't think they can afford me. I don't want to waste my time working in an industry which can't afford me. The stardom and the respect I get here (in South) is huge, so I never really thought of leaving my industry and going to some other industry. I have always thought of doing films and becoming bigger. My dream is coming true now and I can't be happier," the actor reportedly told the media during an interaction. The actor is at present waiting for the release of his upcoming film, 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata'. Directed by Parasuram Petla, the film will release in theatres on May 12. Mahesh Babu was last seen in 'Sarileru Neekevvaru' which was released in 2020. The actor is one of the biggest stars of Telugu cinema. He is married to former Miss India and Bollywood star Namrata Shirodkar and the couple share two kids together.

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Mahesh Babu clarifies his 'Bollywood can't afford' comment: Always wanted to do Telugu films

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