"Kajol Clarifies 'Haunted' Remark About Ramoji Film City Amid Backlash"

"Kajol Clarifies 'Haunted' Remark About Ramoji Film City Amid Backlash"

Bollywood actress Kajol recently found herself at the center of a social media storm following her remarks about Ramoji Film City (RFC) in Hyderabad. During promotions for her upcoming horror film Maa, Kajol described RFC as "one of the most haunted places in the world," citing personal feelings of unease during past shoots there. This comment sparked significant backlash, particularly from Hyderabad locals and fans of Telugu cinema, who viewed her statement as an affront to the renowned film studio.

In response to the criticism, Kajol issued a clarification on X (formerly Twitter), stating:1

“I wish to address my earlier remark about Ramoji Film City in the context of promoting my film Maa. I have filmed multiple projects at Ramoji Film City and stayed there many times over the years. I have always found it to be a very professional environment for filmmaking and I have seen so many tourists enjoying themselves. It’s a great destination and absolutely safe for families and children.” 

While Kajol's initial comment reignited longstanding urban legends about RFC being haunted—stories that have been part of local folklore for years—her clarification aimed to reassure the public of the studio's safety and professionalism. The incident underscores the influence of celebrity statements and the importance of context, especially when discussing culturally significant landmarks.

While Kajol's initial comment reignited longstanding urban legends about RFC being haunted—stories that have been part of local folklore for years—her clarification aimed to reassure the public of the studio's safety and professionalism. The incident underscores the influence of celebrity statements and the importance of context, especially when discussing culturally significant landmarks.

As Maa approaches its release on June 27, the controversy surrounding Kajol's remarks has added an unexpected layer of intrigue to the film's promotion.