Imanvi, a newcomer recently selected as the female lead in a new film starring pan-India actor Prabhas and directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, has found herself at the center of a growing social media controversy following a recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir.
The attack, which took place in Pahalgam, saw terrorists targeting civilians, resulting in the deaths of approximately 28 innocent people, according to reports. Sources have alleged the involvement of Pakistan-based terrorists in the incident. In the aftermath of this violence, the background of Imanvi has come under scrutiny on various social media platforms.
There are circulating claims that Imanvi has Pakistani roots and that her father formerly served as a Major in the Pakistan Army before settling in the United States. Based on these unverified reports, a section of netizens has raised objections to her casting in a major Indian film, particularly in light of the recent terrorist attack. They have demanded her removal from the film, citing her alleged Pakistani heritage.
Imanvi rose to fame through her dance videos on social media, which reportedly led to her casting alongside a top-tier actor like Prabhas. While there is no evidence of any personal connection between Imanvi and the Pahalgam attack, her background has been used by some as grounds to question her suitability for the role.
The controversy continues to unfold online, with divided opinions. Some are calling for her removal, while others argue against these demands, defending her right to act regardless of her background. As of now, neither the film’s production team nor Prabhas has issued any official statement regarding the matter. It remains to be seen how they will respond to the ongoing discourse.
