Ananya Nagalla Defends Against Casting Couch Allegations at 'Pottelu' Trailer Launch

Ananya Nagalla's Response: Ananya Nagalla is preparing to present her film "Pottelu" and responded strongly to a question about the casting couch during the trailer launch event.

Casting Couch Query: When asked about casting couch experiences, Ananya questioned how someone can ask about it without knowing for sure, stating that such a situation doesn't exist in the industry.

Commitment in Tollywood: She emphasized that commitment before an opportunity is rare in Tollywood, and experiences are not universally negative or positive.

Countering Allegations: Ananya argued against the idea that agreements often involve commitments, indicating that the reality in the industry differs from common perceptions.

Executive Producer's Response: Venkat Siddareddy, the executive producer of "Mallesham," commented on Ananya's safety during filming in Pocharam, where they took precautions to ensure her security.

Safety Measures: Siddareddy mentioned they rented houses due to a lack of hotels in Pocharam and ensured Ananya's safety by hiring an additional person to accompany her.

Contractual Agreements: He explained that all major actors and technicians involved signed agreements stating that any form of sexual abuse would lead to immediate dismissal from the film.

Rebuttal to the Question: He criticized the inappropriate nature of the question posed to Ananya during the promotion, praising her for responding well.