South Indian actor Vijay Deverakonda often grabs headlines, whether for his films or his rumoured relationship with actress Rashmika Mandanna. But, this time the Liger star is in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Reportedly, a case has been filed against the actor under the SC/ST Act for allegedly making remarks that hurt the sentiments of the tribal community. The matter is currently under investigation.<h2>Case registered in Cyberabad</h2>According to reports, Nenavath Ashok Kumar Naik, the State President of the Joint Action Committee of Tribal Communities, has complained, claiming that Deverakonda's comments during a pre-release event for the movie Retro were offensive and insulting to the tribal community. The case has been registered at the Raidirgam Police Station in Cyberabad and an investigation is underway.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kingdom-why-has-vijay-deverakonda-s-action-thriller-been-delayed-1749553010771">Kingdom: Why has Vijay Deverakonda's action thriller been delayed?</a>&nbsp;According to police FIR copy, “On 17.06.2025' at 10:30 hours, received a complaint from Nenavath Ashok Kumar Naik Alias Ashok Rathod, Caste: ST(Rathod), Occu: State President, Joint Action Committee of Tribal Communities....., which reads as follows. Brief facts of the case are that on 26.04.20225, Film Actor Shri Vijay Deverakonda, who participated in the pre-release event of the movie 'Retro' starring Hero Surya, made comments that hurt the sentiments of the tribals and seriously insulted them.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/janaki-v-s-state-of-kerala-suresh-gopi-starrer-in-trouble-cbfc-denies-release-of-malayalam-film-know-why-1750612577900">Janaki v/s State of Kerala: Suresh Gopi starrer in trouble? CBFC denies release of Malayalam film, Know why</a>&nbsp;"The remarks were viewed as a serious insult to the self-respect and dignity of the tribal community. Therefore, the complainant requested to take necessary action against Shri Vijay Devarakonda as per law," the Police FIR stated.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/thalapathy-vijay-drops-new-jana-nayagan-poster-after-the-first-roar-teaser-sends-fans-into-frenzy-1750578260249">Thalapathy Vijay drops New Jana Nayagan poster after 'The First Roar' teaser sends fans into frenzy</a><h2>What's next for Vijay Deverakonda?</h2>Helmed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, Kingdom is an upcoming Telugu language film starring Vijay Deverakonda in the lead role. It is produced by S Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/6-times-thalapathy-vijay-proved-he-s-more-than-just-action-and-punchlines-1750508930183">6 Times Thalapathy Vijay proved he's more than just action and punchlines</a>&nbsp;Kingdom's music has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander, the cinematography is handled byGirish Gangadharan with Jomon T-Shirt, and editing by Naveen Nooli among others. The film, which was supposed to be released on May 30, 2025, will now arrive in theatres on July 4, 2025.

A complaint has been filed against Vijay Deverakonda for allegedly making remarks that hurt the sentiments of the tribal community during the pre-release event of Suriya starrer Retro.

South Indian actor Vijay Deverakonda often grabs headlines, whether for his films or his rumoured relationship with actress Rashmika Mandanna. But, this time the Liger star is in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Reportedly, a case has been filed against the actor under the SC/ST Act for allegedly making remarks that hurt the sentiments of the tribal community. The matter is currently under investigation. Case registered in Cyberabad According to reports, Nenavath Ashok Kumar Naik, the State President of the Joint Action Committee of Tribal Communities, has complained, claiming that Deverakonda's comments during a pre-release event for the movie Retro were offensive and insulting to the tribal community. The case has been registered at the Raidirgam Police Station in Cyberabad and an investigation is underway. Also read: Kingdom: Why has Vijay Deverakonda's action thriller been delayed? According to police FIR copy, “On 17.06.2025' at 10:30 hours, received a complaint from Nenavath Ashok Kumar Naik Alias Ashok Rathod, Caste: ST(Rathod), Occu: State President, Joint Action Committee of Tribal Communities....., which reads as follows. Brief facts of the case are that on 26.04.20225, Film Actor Shri Vijay Deverakonda, who participated in the pre-release event of the movie 'Retro' starring Hero Surya, made comments that hurt the sentiments of the tribals and seriously insulted them.” Also read: Janaki v/s State of Kerala: Suresh Gopi starrer in trouble? CBFC denies release of Malayalam film, Know why "The remarks were viewed as a serious insult to the self-respect and dignity of the tribal community. Therefore, the complainant requested to take necessary action against Shri Vijay Devarakonda as per law," the Police FIR stated. Also read: Thalapathy Vijay drops New Jana Nayagan poster after 'The First Roar' teaser sends fans into frenzy What's next for Vijay Deverakonda? Helmed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, Kingdom is an upcoming Telugu language film starring Vijay Deverakonda in the lead role. It is produced by S Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas. Also read: 6 Times Thalapathy Vijay proved he's more than just action and punchlines Kingdom's music has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander, the cinematography is handled by Girish Gangadharan with Jomon T-Shirt, and editing by Naveen Nooli among others. The film, which was supposed to be released on May 30, 2025, will now arrive in theatres on July 4, 2025.

A complaint has been filed against Vijay Deverakonda for allegedly making remarks that hurt the sentiments of the tribal community during the pre-release event of Suriya starrer Retro.

Vijay Deverakonda booked under SC/ST Act over remarks on tribals at Retro pre-release event

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Vijay Deverakonda booked under SC/ST Act over remarks on tribals at Retro pre-release event