Mumbai, Feb. 15 -- Popular actress Rashmika Mandanna has once again found herself at the center of controversy following a statement she made at the pre-release event of her latest Bollywood film, Chhaava. In a viral video clip from the event, Rashmika was heard saying, "Because I'm from Hyderabad, and I have come alone and today I hope I am a part of all of your family."

This remark has reignited the long-standing debate among some Kannada audiences, who accuse the actress of distancing herself from her roots in Karnataka. The clip, widely circulated on social media, has drawn criticism from certain sections of her home state's audience, with some accusing her of trying too hard to impress the Telugu industry.

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