Jr NTR loses cool, then gets emotional recalling his first fan who said 'I'd die for you' before debut at War 2 pre-release event: 'It's a blessing from previous births'
Jr NTR
took a heartfelt pause to thank the fans who have stood by him for the past 25 years. The RRR star, often hailed as 'The Man of the Masses,' said his journey wouldn't have been possible without their unwavering love and loyalty.
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haring a deeply personal memory, the 42-year-old recalled meeting his very first fan before his debut film had even released. 'My career began 25 years ago with Ninnu Choodalani, introduced under the banner of the late Sri Ramoji Rao garu. On that opening day, I walked in alone, with just my father and mother by my side. The first fan I ever met was Mujeeb from Adoni. I asked him, 'Who are you?' He said, 'I am your fan, sir.
I'd die for you,'' NTR shared.
At the time, he had no films in theatres, yet that moment marked the start of a lifelong connection. 'From that day to today – to see millions of fans walking this journey with me – it's a blessing from previous births,' he said, visibly moved.
The evening also saw NTR share the stage with his War 2 co-star
Hrithik Roshan
. The Bollywood star appeared amazed by the frenzy surrounding NTR, later telling the audience he had found 'a real-life brother' in Tarak.
Hrithik and Jr NTR ignite the dance floor in 'War 2' teaser!
Calling for discipline among fans
However, the event wasn't without a moment of tension. When NTR spotted a fan disrupting the proceedings, he addressed him directly, saying, 'Brother, shall I leave? What did I just say? Maintain silence when I speak. It won't take me a second to keep the mic down and leave the stage. Shall I speak? Then, maintain silence.'
War 2 to clash with Rajinikanth's Coolie
Directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Yash Raj Films, War 2 stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and
Kiara Advani
. The action spectacle is set to release on August 14 and is expected to dominate the box office, especially in Andhra Pradesh where NTR enjoys a massive fanbase. Interestingly, it will go head-to-head with Rajinikanth's Coolie, making for one of the biggest box office clashes of the year.
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