Ace director Lokesh Kanakaraj dismissed rumors suggesting that he had unfollowed Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth and legendary actor Kamal Haasan on social media. Kanakaraj emphasized the importance of verifying facts with him or his team before spreading such misinformation. Addressing the media, he explained that reports claiming he unfollowed the two icons after opting out of a joint project were untrue.
Kanakaraj highlighted that unfounded rumors had circulated about his social media activity, particularly regarding Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to collaborate with these esteemed figures in Tamil cinema and urged for responsible journalism. The director questioned the feasibility of casually unfollowing individuals on social media platforms and emphasized the need for accurate reporting.
Emphasizing the impact of media influence, Kanakaraj shared a personal anecdote about his mother’s reaction to the false reports. He underscored the trust people place in media outlets, noting the repercussions of misinformation. Kanakaraj clarified that he had not unfollowed the legendary actors and urged for verification of sensitive information before publication to avoid spreading inaccuracies.
