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Rashmika Mandanna says her mother tongue is Kodava, not Kannada
The actress responded to social media trolls, affirming her Kodava roots while expressing love for the Kannada language.
Rashmika Mandanna, a popular Indian actress, addressed online trolls who questioned her linguistic background, clarifying that her mother tongue is Kodava, not Kannada.
She posted a statement on social media, saying "My mother tongue is Kodava, not Kannada. However, I respect and love Kannada," directly answering the queries.
The clarification follows a wave of comments on her recent posts where some netizens mistakenly assumed she was a native Kannada speaker. She emphasized her respect for the language and culture of Karnataka.
Fans and followers have reacted positively, praising her candid response and reaffirming her connection to both Kodava and Kannada communities.
She posted a statement on social media, saying "My mother tongue is Kodava, not Kannada. However, I respect and love Kannada," directly answering the queries.
The clarification follows a wave of comments on her recent posts where some netizens mistakenly assumed she was a native Kannada speaker. She emphasized her respect for the language and culture of Karnataka.
Fans and followers have reacted positively, praising her candid response and reaffirming her connection to both Kodava and Kannada communities.