There was a fight between the renowned Visakhapatnam theaters, Sangam and Sarath manager, and the manager of Dil Raju.
Sangam Sarath Theaters in Visakhapatnam have upheld their esteemed reputation for several decades. As per the hearsay, the manager of Dil Raju's company asked for a special screening of the movie Chhatrapati, which was declined by the owners due to concerns about potential damage to the theaters by fans.
Allegedly, a verbal abuse ensued between the two parties when Dil Raju's manager remarked, "I will not let the Sankranthi films screen in your theatres if you dont oblige me".
To this the owners reportedly warned him, "Who are you to come from somewhere else and challenge us, the locals?"
Dil Raju's manager belongs to Ongole and lives in Vizag on behalf of Dil Raju.
Sources say that the theatre owners sent some people to Dil Raju's manager followed by his verbal abuse and warnings on phone.
Knowing this the manager ran away from the place and hidden somewhere. He, then posted "A prime theatre owner is planning to kill me. He belongs to Reddy community" as whatsapp status.
There is a widespread query regarding why the issue of Reddy was brought up in the first place. It's worth noting that this manager is employed by Dil Raju, who himself belongs to the Reddy community.
Industry insiders are debating who is displaying a lack of sense in this situation - Dil Raju or his manager. Criticism is mounting, questioning how Dil Raju could permit his staff to talk such rubbish.
When inquired, it was said that this manager belongs to the Kamma community and is known for his rowdy demeanor, settling disputes through the use of stern warnings or pacification as deemed necessary.
A case was filed by the theatre owners against Dil Raju's manager on this matter.
However, when enquired Dil Raju said that he is unware of all this stuff.
Upon asking, the film industry sources suggested that such disputes occasionally arise due to the lack of proper communication skills of Dil Raju's Visakhapatnam office manager.
When questioned, Visakhapatnam office manager downplayed the incident, characterizing it as a minor issue. He emphasized that the issue was a mere misunderstanding, now rectified.
But Sarath Theater's manager, Prasad Reddy, clarified that the case has not been compromised and he has not withdrawn the complaint.
He added that he is forced to pay Rs 10,000 from the theater every week to Dil Raju's manager; otherwise, the distribution of movies will be withheld.
In spite of reporting this several times to Dil Raju and Sirish they are not heeding to the grievance, as per Prasad Reddy.