As wedding celebrations begin for Allu Sirish, public attention has once again shifted to his journey in the spotlight. The younger brother of Allu Arjun has always kept a relatively low profile. However, despite staying away from constant limelight, he has faced a few controversies over the years.
Recently, Sirish and his fiancee Nayanika Reddy hosted a grand pre-wedding reception on March 2, 2026, at Allu Studios. The event saw top Tollywood stars like Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda, Naga Chaitanya, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Atlee and more gather ahead of their wedding on March 6. While the focus remained on celebration, old controversies once again surfaced on social media.
Here is a simple look at the major debates linked to Allu Sirish.
Top Controversies Of Allu Sirish
Ram Charan Ayyappa Deeksha Controversy (2026)
In February 2026, photos of Ram Charan attending Sirish’s pre-wedding cocktail party went viral. The timing raised questions because Ram Charan was observing the Ayyappa Deeksha, a strict 41-day spiritual vow.
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The issue grew when social media users questioned his presence at a “cocktail” event while dressed in traditional black clothes linked to the vow.
Sirish responded quickly. He explained that Ram Charan arrived early, before alcohol was served. According to him, Charan clicked a picture and left shortly after. Sirish also asked people to respect his cousin’s spiritual practice and avoid trolling. His clarification helped reduce the online criticism.
Alleged Pub Assault Incident (2013)
One of the earliest controversies involving Sirish dates back to 2013. Reports at the time spoke about an alleged fight at a Hyderabad pub.
A female videographer working with DJ Ma Faiza claimed she was assaulted by a group of men. Some reports suggested that one of the men was the “brother of a famous Telugu actor”.
Sirish denied the allegation strongly. He said he was not involved in any such incident. Although the story received media coverage, no formal charges were filed against him.
Rumoured Relationship With Anu Emmanuel (2021)
In 2021, during the promotions of Urvasivo Rakshashivo, rumours spread about Sirish and his co-star Anu Emmanuel.
Social media was filled with gossip about their alleged “love affair”. The two were often seen together at promotional events, which increased speculation.
However, neither Sirish nor Anu confirmed the rumours. Eventually, the buzz faded. In November 2025, Sirish announced his engagement to Nayanika Reddy, putting an end to the dating talk.
Surname And Independence Debate
Early in his career, Sirish sparked debate about identity and nepotism in Tollywood. He comes from a powerful film family. His father is producer Allu Aravind, and his brother is superstar Allu Arjun.
At one point, Sirish said he did not want his surname to appear before his name in film credits. He preferred to be known simply as “Sirish”.
This statement started discussions. Some felt he wanted to build his own identity. Others believed he was trying to step away from the strong “Mega” family tag.
Despite facing criticism and online debates, Allu Sirish has continued to focus on his career.
