
NTR had hoped for widespread acclaim with the teaser of his Hindi debut War 2, released on his birthday.
However, the response turned unexpectedly negative, with heavy trolling — particularly from the Hindi-speaking audience.
Even NTR’s harshest critics hadn’t anticipated such a strong wave of backlash.
Initially, the actor and his team chose to stay silent, dismissing the criticism. But as the trolling intensified across media and social platforms, concerns began to rise about its potential impact on NTR’s pan-India image.
In response, NTR’s team has quietly initiated a subtle damage control campaign.
A new press note from the team highlights NTR’s deep commitment to the role, stating that he poured “every drop of emotion and energy” into this high-octane entertainer.
The actor also shared that the character he portrays in War 2 holds special personal significance, hinting that audiences will understand its depth upon the film’s release.
As the film heads toward its August 14, 2025 release, NTR’s team is clearly working to shift the narrative back in his favor.