Mahesh Babu lauds Nayanthara’s Netflix documentary, sparking conversations online

Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu has showered praise on the Netflix documentary Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale, adding to the buzz surrounding the film. Known for his discerning taste in cinema, Mahesh took to Instagram to express his admiration, posting a poster of the documentary adorned with three heart emojis. The 80-minute feature delves into the life and journey of Nayanthara, hailed as the "Lady Superstar" of South Indian cinema.

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Despite never having shared screen space, Mahesh Babu’s endorsement has struck a chord, creating positive momentum for Nayanthara and her team. Responding to the praise, Nayanthara expressed her gratitude, stating, “Thank you so much, glad you liked it.”

The documentary, released to mark Nayanthara’s 40th birthday, offers a rare glimpse into her career and personal milestones. However, its release was not without controversy. Nayanthara openly criticized Dhanush for withholding a No Objection Certificate for footage from their film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015), which marked the beginning of her relationship with director Vignesh Shivan. The dispute led to a flurry of online debates and trolling.

While the film has drawn mixed reviews—praised for its insight yet critiqued for the overly staged portrayal of Nayanthara’s wedding—it remains a trending topic on social media.

On the professional front, Nayanthara has an exciting slate of projects, including Raakayie, Mannaangatti Since 1960, and Hi, further solidifying her star power.