Updated On: 29 September, 2025 03:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Jr NTR graced the Kantara Chapter 1 pre-release event in Hyderabad. He attended despite sustaining an injury and enduring pain. While sharing the stage with Rishab Shetty, a fan broke through security to hug him; however, the actor refused and stepped back

Jr NTR and Rishab Shetty
Rishab Shetty is gearing up for the release of Kantara Chapter 1. He is actively promoting the film and kickstarted promotions in Hyderabad. The event was graced by RRR star Jr NTR, leaving Rishab Shetty overwhelmed. NTR attended despite a severe injury and was even seen experiencing discomfort due to pain. Not only this, he even refused to hug a fan at the event.
A video shared by a paparazzo account on Instagram shows Jr NTR clutching his ribs while seated on a sofa at the event. Throughout the event, the actor was seen holding his side, looking uncomfortable, and even closing his eyes briefly in pain.