Suhas addresses ‘Mandaadi’ success meet controversy, respects Telugu fans

Suhashas addressed the discussion surrounding the recent success meet of ‘Mandaadi’ with a heartfelt note thanking the Telugu audience for supporting him throughout his career.

Rather than directly engaging with the remarks that sparked the conversation, the actor chose to reflect on his journey from making short films on YouTube to becoming a leading actor.

Suhas thanks Telugu fans for supporting his journey from YouTube shorts to lead roles

In his note, Suhas expressed gratitude to Telugu audiences for standing by him at every stage of his career. Recalling his early days, the actor said he began by making short films on YouTube before moving into character roles and eventually taking on leading parts.“From my early days making short films on YouTube to becoming a character actor and eventually a lead actor, you have supported me at every step. Whatever I am today is because of your love, encouragement and belief in me,” Suhas wrote.He also credited the recognition and encouragement he received from audiences with helping him get opportunities, including his association with ‘Mandaadi’.

Suhas says audiences embraced him for his work and performances

Suhas further emphasised that audiences haveaccepted him primarily for his work and performances.

“You embraced me for my work, regardless of anything. My journey itself is a testament to that,” the actor stated.His note comes after director Mathimaran Pugazhendi made remarks about Suhas during the ‘Mandaadi’ success meet, leading to discussion on social media about the actor’s journey and reception across different industries.Suhas did not directly engage with or debate those comments in his message. Instead, he kept the focus on the support he has received from audiences over the years and their response to his latest film.

Suhas thanks audiences across states for ‘Mandaadi’ and his character

Over the years, Suhas has built a reputation through films such as ‘Colour Photo’ and ‘Writer Padmabhushan’, while also appearing in character roles before transitioning into more prominent lead parts.With ‘Mandaadi’, the actor has once again attracted attention for his performance and his character in the Tamil-language film. Expressing gratitude to viewers beyond the Telugu-speaking audience, Suhas wrote, “My heartfelt thanks to all my audience and viewers across states, for the love you have shown for Mandaadi and my character.”The actor concluded his note by promising to continue working hard and live up to the trust audiences have placed in him.“I will always remember who gave me my beginning and the encouragement to reach this stage. I will continue working hard to honour your trust through my performances,” he wrote.

About 'Mandaadi'

'Mandaadi' follows the lives of fishermen and the intense world surrounding traditional boat races, exploring their struggles, relationships and fight for dignity. Directed by Mathimaran Pugazhendi, the film stars Soori, Mahima Nambiar and Sathyaraj, with Suhas also appearing in a key role, and has music by GV Prakash Kumar.