Megastar, Chiranjeevi is currently facing widespread backlash for comments he made on January 25, 2026, denying the existence of a “casting couch” culture in the Telugu film industry. During a success meet for his latest film, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, in Hyderabad, the 70-year-old actor stated there is “no such thing as a casting couch” and suggested that “bitter experiences” are the individual’s fault. Many fans saw it as a sign of disrespect towards women, reflecting a disregard for their hardships. Amid that, interest has been sparked in how Chiranjeevi treats his daughter-in-law, Upasana. Read to know about his first impression of her.
Chiranjeevi already knew Upasana before their first meeting
Upasana revealed that Vishwambhara star, Chiranjeevi, was aware of her presence in his son’s life, even before officially meeting her. It shows that Ram Charan was serious about her, having already informed his parents about the love of his life. Since Upasana and her in-laws were not strangers to each other during their first encounter, it would have been easier to communicate and bond. Upasana mentioned how welcoming they were and shared what they said when they first met her.
As Chiranjeevi faces flak for dismissing the casting-couch culture in Tollywood, an account of his first encounter with his daughter-in-law, Upasana, resurfaces. Read to know why. Read More
