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Lokesh Kanagaraj Denies Unfollowing Rajinikanth & Kamal Haasan on Social Media

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj has publicly denied viral reports claiming he unfollowed Tamil cinema legends Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan on social media. He clarified the rumours were false and explained how even his mother, unfamiliar with social media, questioned him based on news reports. Kanagaraj highlighted the intense scrutiny public figures face, recalling a past incident where a mistakenly 'liked' video required numerous explanations. He concluded by requesting media outlets to verify such sensitive information directly with him or his team before publication.

Key Points: Lokesh Kanagaraj Clarifies Social Media Rumours About Rajinikanth, Kamal

  • Director denies unfollowing icons
  • Urges media to verify facts
  • Cites mother's concern over rumours
  • Highlights pressure of social media scrutiny
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Lokesh Kanakaraj trashes reports claiming he unfollowed Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan on social media

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj trashes reports he unfollowed Rajinikanth & Kamal Haasan, urges media to verify facts before publishing.

"If you come across any such sensitive information, please check with me or someone from my team. - Lokesh Kanagaraj"

Chennai, Jan 27

Trashing reports that claimed that he had unfollowed Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth and legendary actor Kamal Haasan on social media, ace director Lokesh Kanakaraj has now clarified he had done nothing of that sort and urged the media to check facts with him or his team before putting out such reports about him.

Lokesh Kanakaraj, who chose to have an interaction with the media on Monday, used the opportunity to clarify a number of issues. One such issue pertained to reports that claimed that he had unfollowed the two icons of Tamil cinema on social media after he had opted out of the film in which they were to work together.

Responding to this, Lokesh Kanakaraj said, "There were rumours that I had unfollowed Rajini sir and Kamal sir (on social media). Just look at where they are (indicating they were at the top). I consider it my good fortune that I, having come from a rural place, got an opportunity to work with them both."

The director further said,"Two years ago, when I was scrolling, I mistakenly happened to like a video. For that itself, only I know how many explanations I have had to give. In today's day and age, can someone unfollow others like that? How is it even possible?"

To make the point how people placed immense trust on the media, the director said, "My mom does not even know what Twitter (X) is. She does not know what follow or unfollow mean. But she called me up and asked me 'Why did you unfollow Rajini sir and Kamal sir?' That is because they don't even believe me but believe you (the media)."

Clarifying that he had not unfollowed the legends, the director said, "If you come across any such sensitive information, please check with me or someone from my team before putting out reports on such sensitive information. This is my request."

- IANS

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Rohit P
The part about his mother calling him is so relatable! My mom does the same with every small news piece about celebrities. Media needs to be more responsible, especially when it involves legends like Rajini sir.
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David E
As someone who follows Indian cinema from abroad, it's fascinating and a bit frustrating to see how much weight is given to social media actions. Who follows whom shouldn't be news. The real news is his work - Leo was fantastic!
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Ananya R
Respect to Lokesh for handling this with such grace. He always speaks so humbly about the veterans. Can't wait to see what he does next, hopefully with both the legends someday! 🤞
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Karthik V
While I agree the media report was silly, I also think celebrities sometimes forget the power they wield. A simple, early clarification on his own social media could have stopped this rumor in its tracks. Just a thought.
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Sneha F
"Having come from a rural place..." – This line shows his humility. In an industry with big egos, it's refreshing. The media should focus on stories that matter, not creating useless controversies.

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