The much-anticipated film Vettaiyan The Hunter, starring Superstar Rajinikanth, is set to hit theatres today, but the title has sparked frustration among Telugu moviegoers. Directed by TJ Gnanavel, this cop action drama also features Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Manju Warrier in significant roles. However, the Telugu audience is upset, not with the content, but with the title.
The controversy stems from the film’s Telugu version being named Vettaiyan The Hunter, a title that retains its Tamil essence. Telugu audiences have expressed displeasure on social media, arguing that using a Tamil word for a Telugu-dubbed version feels dismissive of their linguistic identity. This criticism follows a trend where several Tamil films dubbed into Telugu have kept their original Tamil titles, further fueling audience frustration.
Lyca Productions Responds
The production house, Lyca Productions, responded to the backlash by issuing a press note. According to the statement, the team made efforts to rename the Telugu version as Vetagadu, a title that aligns with Telugu sensibilities. However, they were unable to secure the rights to the name as it had already been registered by another filmmaker.
Lyca Productions emphasized that Vettaiyan is a pan-Indian film, and maintaining a uniform title across languages was necessary to uphold the consistency of the brand. The press note also conveyed the company’s deep respect for the Telugu language, media, and audience, hoping to ease concerns among moviegoers.
Mixed Reactions From Fans
While some sections of the Telugu audience are discontented with the title, ardent fans of Rajinikanth have embraced Vettaiyan The Hunter with enthusiasm. Social media is abuzz with first-day, first-show reactions, with fans praising Rajinikanth’s performance and the film’s gripping narrative. The excitement surrounding the film remains high, with packed theatres across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Despite the title controversy, Vettaiyan The Hunter is expected to perform well at the box office, thanks to Rajinikanth’s immense fan base and the ensemble cast.
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