Tollywood actor Balakrishna has paid heartfelt tributes to the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR) on his 100th birth anniversary. ANR, regarded as one of the pillars of modern Tollywood alongside NTR, is remembered for his immense contributions to the industry. Balakrishna took to his official Facebook account to express his admiration, and his post has since gone viral across social media platforms.
In his tribute, Balakrishna acknowledged the pride of remembering such a legendary figure on this auspicious occasion. He praised ANR’s dedication to Tollywood and highlighted his influence as an actor. Balayya also emphasized that ANR continues to inspire generations of actors with his talent, hard work, and unwavering conviction.
This gesture comes after a recent controversy involving Balakrishna, where he allegedly mispronounced ANR’s surname in what many believed was an intentional slip. Despite facing backlash and trolling on social media, Balakrishna did not issue an apology, instead stating that he loved the legendary actor more than his own sons, which further fueled the controversy. However, his recent tribute to ANR seems to be a move to put the controversy to rest and honor the icon on this important day.
Regardless of the controversies, ANR’s legacy continues to inspire, and his remarkable career and contributions are being fondly remembered by fans and the film industry alike on this significant day.