Overview

• Rashmika Mandanna's team has dismissed allegations by Congress MLA Ravi Ganiga that she refused to attend the Bengaluru International Film Festival and disrespected the Kannada language.
• Ganiga claims Rashmika declined multiple invitations to the festival, allegedly stating she had no time and did not know where Karnataka was.
• The MLA has suggested the government consider withdrawing subsidies for Rashmika's films and promised to release documents to substantiate his claims.
• The controversy follows backlash from pro-Kannada groups over a recent statement by Rashmika where she referred to Hyderabad as her home, sparking criticism about her connection to her Kannada roots.
• Rashmika, who began her career in Kannada cinema, has not personally addressed the allegations, while her team asserts the reports are false and baseless.