Megastar Chiranjeevi and actor Ram Charan received an enthusiastic reception from fans in London as they attended the unveiling of Ram Charan’s wax statue at Madame Tussauds.
The father-son duo arrived in the UK capital with family members, including Ram Charan’s wife Upasana Kamineni, their daughter Klin Kaara, and his mother Surekha. Fans gathered in large numbers at the venue, chanting and trying to capture photos with the stars, turning the occasion into a celebratory event.
Ram Charan’s wax figure was officially unveiled on 9 May 2025 and is set to be permanently relocated to Madame Tussauds Singapore in the coming weeks. The statue notably features his pet dog Rhyme, making Ram Charan the first Indian celebrity to be immortalised alongside a pet at the renowned wax museum. He is only the second public figure at Madame Tussauds to receive such a tribute, after Queen Elizabeth II, whose figure includes her corgi.
The wax statue is seen as a reflection of Ram Charan’s growing international recognition, particularly following the global success of the film RRR. His inclusion adds to the list of South Indian actors honoured with wax figures, including Mahesh Babu, Prabhas and Allu Arjun.
Photos and videos from the event have been widely shared across social media platforms, highlighting the popularity of both Ram Charan and Chiranjeevi among fans in the UK. The actor also posed for pictures with his wax figure during the launch.
The London event not only marked a personal milestone for Ram Charan but also served as a proud moment for Telugu cinema and its global fanbase. The presence of his family and the strong support from the public further underlined the occasion’s significance.
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Amitabh Bachchan reveals why he praises Abhishek publicly but not Jaya or Aishwarya
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Amitabh Bachchan has responded to online comments asking why he often praises son Abhishek Bachchan on social media but not wife Jaya Bachchan, daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai, or daughter Shweta. The actor explained that while he chooses to support Abhishek publicly, he honours the women in his family privately, saying he prefers to respect them “in his heart.”
Bachchan defends Abhishek praise, addresses fan remarks online
The 81-year-old actor, who regularly shares photos and thoughts with fans, recently posted images of himself meeting admirers outside his Mumbai home, Jalsa. Captioned “Yes, I praise Abhishek. So?”, the post sparked comments from users questioning why he doesn’t do the same for Jaya, Aishwarya, or Shweta.
Responding directly, Bachchan wrote, “Yes, I shall praise them in my heart… not publicly… respect for the ladies.” His reply quickly circulated across platforms, with many praising his thoughtful answer. Others pointed to his tendency to engage more often when defending Abhishek, especially around film releases.
Bachchan also shut down a user accusing him of having “paid fans,” bluntly replying, “Prove it! You are small-minded… why don’t you pay and get fans too?” When another person mocked those waiting outside his home as “unemployed,” he replied with characteristic wit: “So give them a job? When they stand at the gate of Jalsa, they are EMPLOYED in love.”
Actor remains active on social media while juggling film projects
Bachchan has become increasingly interactive online in recent years, often directly responding to criticism and fan feedback. Meanwhile, Abhishek was last seen in Housefull 5, a multi-starrer comedy that released earlier this month. Jaya Bachchan appeared in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani in 2023, while Aishwarya Rai was part of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan films. Despite the online chatter, Amitabh continues to walk his own path, on-screen and online.