Archive · 13 Nov 2025
Nagarjuna Withdraws Defamation Case Against Telangana Minister Following Apology
A famous actor, Nagarjuna, was upset because a government minister, Konda Surekha, said some things about his son that he felt were hurtful and damaged his family's reputation.
This led to a legal case.
However, behind the scenes, important people helped them talk.
The minister then said sorry publicly, explaining she didn't mean to cause harm and was taking back her words.
Because the actor accepted the apology, he decided to drop the case.
The court then closed the legal matter.
Akkineni Nagarjuna has withdrawn his criminal defamation complaint against Telangana Minister Konda Surekha.
A magistrate court dismissed the case as withdrawn on Thursday, following Nagarjuna's counsel informing the court of the withdrawal.
The case originated from comments made by Minister Surekha in October 2024 concerning Nagarjuna's son, Naga Chaitanya's, divorce and a convention centre controversy.
Minister Surekha issued a public apology on X, stating her remarks were not intended to hurt Nagarjuna or his family and expressed regret.
The withdrawal followed mediation efforts involving senior political leaders and was based on Section 280 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
- Who
- Actor Akkineni Nagarjuna and Telangana Minister Konda Surekha
- What
- A criminal defamation case filed by Nagarjuna against Surekha was dismissed after Nagarjuna withdrew his complaint.
- When
- The case was dismissed on Thursday, following a public apology on November 12.
- Where
- A magistrate court in Telangana.
- Why
- Nagarjuna withdrew his complaint after Minister Surekha issued a public apology expressing regret and stating her comments were not intended to hurt Nagarjuna or his family.
Actor Akkineni Nagarjuna's Stance
Minister Konda Surekha's Stance
Nature of Comments
Actor Akkineni Nagarjuna's Stance
Believed Minister Surekha's comments regarding his son Naga Chaitanya's divorce and the N-Convention Centre controversy severely damaged his family's dignity and reputation, leading to a defamation complaint.
Minister Konda Surekha's Stance
Made comments during a political debate that involved the Akkineni family's personal affairs, including Naga Chaitanya's divorce. Later expressed regret, stating her comments were not intended to hurt Nagarjuna or his family and were an unintended impression.
Legal Action
Actor Akkineni Nagarjuna's Stance
Filed a private criminal defamation complaint, reportedly seeking Rs 100 crore in damages, and his and his son's statements were recorded in court.
Minister Konda Surekha's Stance
Apologized publicly via X and agreed to withdraw statements, leading to the withdrawal of the complaint and dismissal of the case.
- Complainant
- Akkineni Nagarjuna (Actor)
- Respondent
- Konda Surekha (Telangana Minister)
- Case Type
- Criminal defamation
- Origin of Dispute
- October 2024, during a political event
- Alleged Comments
- Involved Naga Chaitanya's divorce and N-Convention Centre controversy
- Damages Sought
- Reportedly Rs 100 crore
- Resolution
- Minister Surekha's public apology and withdrawal of statements
- Legal Basis for Withdrawal
- Section 280 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)
