Andhra Pradesh's darling of the masses, Megastar Chiranjeevi has ended months of speculation by formally announcing that he would indulge himself in active politics from now on. He also made it very clear that the name of the party would be announced on the 26th of this month.
The megastar who made it very rich and famous because of the movies announced that he is bidding adieu to acting. He had made this decision because he wants to be a hands-on politician relating to the masses at all times.
Chiranjeevi addressed the media at about 2:45 pm at his newly constructed office in Jubilee Hills. It is noteworthy to mention that images of Ambedkar, Mother Teresa and Mahatma Gandhi were displayed prominently as the backdrop. Is this any indication as to where his party's inspiration is going to be from? Only time will tell us.
The actor-turned-politician took this opportunity to thank lakhs of his fans who were adamant in seeing him in active politics. 'It is only because of their insistence that I began to realize and really be keen on my social responsibility' the star said. He also added, 'this is the happiest day of my life'.
The megastar looked cool and composed and his face was radiating with excitement. All this prompts one to think that this man is passionate about bringing about a change for the betterment of Andhra Pradesh.
Chiranjeevi hailed NTR for proving to everyone that even actors have social responsibilities. He also thanked people of different walks of life like lawyers, doctors, students etc., for their sincere support and vowed to be pro-people all the time.
Chiranjeevi also mentioned that Abdul Kalaam has been a huge inspiration to him and also pointed to the great personalities, whose pictures were depicted in the backdrop as major role models.
When asked about the name of the party, the looks the flag is going to have etc., Chiranjeevi said that he would announce all this on the 26th of this month as it happened to be Mother Teresa's birthday. The announcement would be made in Tirupathi.
"My sole aim is to make Andhra Pradesh into ' Santosha Andhra Pradesh and Chiru Navvula Andhra Pradesh" said Chiranjeevi.