Chiranjeevi criticised over his 'sexist' remarks - 'I keep telling Ram Charan at least this time have a boy, so that our legacy continues...'

Chiranjeevi addressed the gathering and said he feels as if he is a warden of a ladies hostel

Megastar Chiranjeevi is being criticised for his 'sexist' remarks made at the pre-release event of Brahma Anandam, where he was the chief guest.

During the event, the megastar expressed his desire for a grandson to continue his family legacy.

He mentioned that his home feels like a 'ladies' hostel,' as he is often surrounded by granddaughters. His son and actor Ram Charan Teja and wife Upasana are  parents to a baby girl Klin Kaaran Koindela.

When asked about his grandchildren, Chiranjeevi remarked that his home feels like a 'ladies' hostel,' where he is the 'warden,' surrounded by girls and only one boy.

He revealed that he often asks his son, Ram Charan, to have a son next time in order to carry forward their 'family's legacy'.

He also mentioned that he is scared that his son Ram Charan will have another girl.

Chiranjeevi said: "When I'm at home, it doesn't feel like I'm surrounded by my granddaughters; it feels like I'm a ladies' hostel warden, surrounded by ladies all around. I keep wishing and telling Charan (Ram), at least this time, have a boy so that our legacy continues, but his daughter is the apple of his eye... I'm scared that he might again have a girl."

Chiranjeevi’s comment has led to a debate across social media platforms and maany are criticisng the legendary actor for his 'sexist' remarks.

Chiranjeevi is scared his son Ram Charan might have another daughter In 2025, the obsession with a male heir continues. Disappointing, but not surprising -PS - I have a girl and I have heard from 100s of people to give birth to a boy next. It feels horrible when people pic.twitter.com/1jP81E0QT3

Naveena (@TheNaveena) February 12, 2025

Dear Chiranjeevi garu,I have respect for you as an actor. However, I would appreciate some clarification on your recent statement.It came across as misogynistic and seemed to imply that a legacy can only be carried forward by a male child or men. Did you truly mean to suggest pic.twitter.com/2ylwxsSXut

Sudhakar Udumula (@sudhakarudumula) February 12, 2025

While many have defended the actor, said his words were harmless and it should be seen as a lighthearted joke, others have expressed concerns, arguing that such remarks could unintentionally perpetuate gender stereotypes.

Chiranjeevi has two daughters, Sreeja Konidela and Sushmita Konidela. Sreeja is the mother of two daughters, Navishka and Nivrati, while Sushmita has been blessed with two daughters, Samara and Samhitha.

On the professional front, Chiranjeevi is set to appear next in the film Vishwambhara.