The trailer of Pradeep Ranganathan’s Dude, directed by debutant Keerthiswaran, dropped yesterday and quickly went viral across social media. Many viewers praised Pradeep’s screen presence and confident mannerisms, calling him one of Kollywood’s promising new stars.
However, a section of social media users started trolling Pradeep Ranganathan for his looks and acting style. Some even claimed he is overrated and only enjoying success because of luck. This negativity sparked strong opposition from his fans and others in the Tamil film community.
Many defended Pradeep, saying he earned success through hard work and persistence. They questioned why people are suddenly spreading hate and suggested that online Trollers might be targeting him deliberately. Some users even suspect a negative campaign against him due to his rapid growth in the industry.
During the Dude trailer launch in Hyderabad, a reporter asked Pradeep, “You don’t look like hero material, yet you have fans and success. Why do you think that is?” Pradeep calmly replied that his success comes from hard work and that many people relate to him, which makes him a hero in their eyes.
Even though Pradeep handled the situation gracefully, many social media users criticised the reporter for asking such a harsh question. They felt it was disrespectful and unnecessary. The discussion around this incident has now become a trending topic online, with both support and criticism pouring in.
