As the Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh, he recently launched an initiative called Prayaschitam, following controversies about the purity of Tirumala Laddu. This led to an 11-day initiation ceremony at Tirumala, where he made several notable remarks during a public meeting.

Additionally, Pawan's mother, Anjana Devi, revealed insights about his real name in an interview, discussing his dual career in politics and cinema, and sharing details about his food preferences. The discussions around Pawan Kalyan highlight his significant influence on both the film industry and Andhra Pradesh's political landscape.