Online buzz is reshaping who Bollywood crowns as the biggest superstar. From nepotism chatter to aggressive PR around awards, the debate goes beyond box office.
Nepotism and legacy power networks — Post 1 sketches nepotism as a web that binds sport, money, and film: a ‘legacy cricket family’ and power brokers sit at the center. Ajay Devgn is said to have a trusted circle that opens doors, while a rising actress could get a big push with the right backers. Politicians' influence in the south, and the prestige games of wealthy salons, run deep. [1]
Aggressive PR around awards — Post 2 centers on blunt claims that awards can be bought and that aggressive PR keeps some stars in the limelight. The controversy centers on Abhishek Bachchan and a journalist’s remark, with fans debating whether OTT or theatre wins matter more. Voices reference Amitabh Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai circles as part of the machinery. [2]
Harshvardhan: outsider debate — Post 3 casts Harshvardhan as a glitch in the nepo matrix, with online cheers and jabs about how outsiders navigate legacy. The thread flags his bold moves and the chatter around his connection to industry insiders, including KRK, as he tries to carve space. [3]
Biggest-star trolling: Prabhas vs Ranbir and Mahesh — Posts reveal Prabhas being dubbed “India’s Biggest Superstar” by Vanga, triggering fan wars with Ranbir Kapoor and others. The discourse widens to compare Bahubali-era stardom with Bollywood clout, pulling in Mahesh Babu and other heavyweights. [4][5]
Closing takeaway: online status is increasingly built in public, alongside on-screen success.
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