Reports claim that Rashmika Mandanna refused to attend the Bengaluru International Film Festival despite being invited multiple times.

Allegations Surface

Kannada cinema fans and politicians express outrage, accusing Rashmika of neglecting the Kannada film industry that gave her fame.

Public Debate Begins

Her team issues a statement denying the allegations, calling them “completely false.”

Rashmika’s Team Responds

A close source states that Rashmika never refused the festival invitation and did not make any derogatory remarks about Karnataka or the event.

Clarification Statement

Rashmika’s team emphasizes that the news reports are baseless and contain no truth.

Further Denial

 Karnataka Congress MLA Ravikumar Gowda Ganiga steps into the controversy, claiming to have evidence proving Rashmika refused the invitation.

MLA Ravi Ganiga Intervenes

He alleges that Rashmika dismissed Kannada cinema despite her success in the industry, saying, “We are proud of Rashmika Mandanna; she is a Kannadiga. We called her, but she said she did not have time for Kannadigas. Is this the way to treat Kannadigas?”

Ganiga Accuses Rashmika of Disregarding Karnataka

He further asserts that Rashmika said, “I have my house in Hyderabad, I don’t know where Karnataka is, and I don’t have time. I can’t come.” He also claims that a legislator visited her house 10–12 times to convince her, but she still refused.

Ganiga’s Bold Claim on Rashmika’s Response

Ganiga’s comments spark further controversy as he questions Rashmika’s loyalty to the Kannada industry.

“Shouldn’t We Teach Them a Lesson?” 

Ganiga promises to release evidence proving his claims, but Rashmika has not made a personal statement yet. The controversy remains unresolved as the public awaits the MLA’s promised proof.

Awaiting Proof