
Actor R Parthiban faced criticism after referring to his caste identity during a promotional event for the Telugu film Ustaad Bhagat Singh, drawing attention due to his previous anti-caste stance. Following backlash on social media, he issued a public apology, explaining that his remarks were made in an anxious state while speaking in an unfamiliar language. Parthiban expressed regret, emphasized his strong connection to Tamil culture, and requested the public to move beyond the controversy.
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