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Akul Balaji Says SIIMA Bottle Incident Was 'All in Good Fun'
✍️ Deccan Herald
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 05:02 AM
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Actor Akul Balaji has addressed the viral incident involving a bottle at the SIIMA awards, stating that the event was a playful moment and not a serious altercation.
Actor Akul Balaji has spoken publicly about the viral incident that took place during the SIIMA awards, where a bottle was involved in a confrontation with fellow actor Rana Daggubati.
In a recent interview, Balaji clarified that the moment was not a serious altercation but rather a playful exchange that was taken out of context by social media.
He emphasized that the incident was "all in good fun" and that no one was harmed or offended during the event.
The actor urged fans to be cautious about spreading unverified footage and to give the performers the benefit of the doubt.
Balaji's comments come after the incident went viral, prompting discussions about on‑stage conduct at award ceremonies.
In a recent interview, Balaji clarified that the moment was not a serious altercation but rather a playful exchange that was taken out of context by social media.
He emphasized that the incident was "all in good fun" and that no one was harmed or offended during the event.
The actor urged fans to be cautious about spreading unverified footage and to give the performers the benefit of the doubt.
Balaji's comments come after the incident went viral, prompting discussions about on‑stage conduct at award ceremonies.