Mahesh Babu Fans Erupt As Scenes Go Missing In Khaleja Re-Release; Theatre Vandalised
The much-anticipated re-release of Mahesh Babu's 2010 film Khaleja ended in disappointment for fans as key scenes and songs were found missing.
What began as a nostalgic celebration for Mahesh Babu fans quickly descended into chaos. The actor's 2010 cult classic Khaleja was re-released in 4K to mark its enduring legacy, drawing large crowds to theatres across the Telugu states. However, the joy was short-lived as several fans realised that the re-release featured a significantly edited version of the film—with key scenes, songs, and dialogues mysteriously missing.
Disappointment soon turned to anger, with numerous videos surfacing on social media showing furious fans protesting inside cinema halls. In one clip, fans can be seen shouting at theatre staff and the projectionist, demanding an explanation for the trimmed version and urging the management to stop the screening altogether. Some fans even resorted to vandalism, damaging theatre property in protest.
Orey song cut chesaru ani chepali kadha raa mundhey fans tho aatalu adadhu @KhalejaTheFilm direct adham pagal dengaru manolu cinema api dengaru …(Sunday monday song ledhu movie lo) #Khaleja4K pic.twitter.com/kXGFMJZbyG — Koushik Naidu (@M_Koushik1203) May 29, 2025
Sunday Monday song ledu Nalo naku devudu kanipisthunnadu scene ledu Evadu kodite dhimma thirigi dialogue ledu Chesthe comedy nene cheyali scene ledu.. inka em chesukodaniki ee re release. Worst planning ra @KhalejaTheFilm 💦💦 #Khaleja4K Anduke ee gola theatre lopala pic.twitter.com/coBrcH7oCT — Athidhi 🌶️ (@mbkdhfm) May 29, 2025
'Songs, scenes, and dialogues are missing from the film. What are we supposed to do with this re-release? That's why fans are creating a ruckus," one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter), echoing the sentiments of many who felt cheated by the experience.
With the outrage going viral, exhibitors were quick to clarify their stance. In a statement, they explained, 'We have seen a few tweets that some scenes or songs have not been screened. Please be aware that we only play the content provided by the makers. Do not let us down by creating unnecessary issues. Please understand."
Facing mounting pressure, the production team behind Khaleja responded promptly. 'EVERYTHING SORTED. Enjoy Khaleja 4K to the fullest in theatres near you," they tweeted, assuring fans that the missing content had been reinstated and that the unedited version would now be shown across theatres.
While the controversy raged online and offline, Mahesh Babu has remained silent on the matter. However, the incident highlights the growing expectations around film re-releases, especially when associated with a beloved star like him. Fans weren't just expecting nostalgia—they were expecting completeness, and any deviation was met with fierce resistance.
As of now, screenings have resumed smoothly, but the uproar has underscored just how seriously fans take the legacy of their favourite stars.
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May 30, 2025, 18:05 IST
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