A representative of actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna has filed a formal complaint with the Cyber Crime authorities in Hyderabad, seeking an investigation into allegedly false and misleading online content targeting them after their appearance on Koffee with Karan.
The complaint alleges that fabricated content, manipulated screenshots, impersonation and targeted harassment involving the actors have been circulating on social media platforms. Their team has reportedly submitted supporting links and evidence to the authorities for examination.
According to a press note issued by the actors’ team,
the complaint was submitted by P Nishanth Kumar, who was identified in the document as the manager of both actors.
The team said the action was not intended to curb freedom of speech or genuine criticism. It said the complaint sought accountability for demonstrably false information and potentially unlawful online conduct.
The team also urged social media users not to spread unverified claims and said appropriate legal remedies would be pursued wherever warranted. The authorities have been asked to examine the submitted material and investigate the alleged false narratives and online harassment.