Only B grade actors are accused: MAA president G Rajendra Prasad

Tirupati: Actor and Movie Artist Association (MAA) president G. Rajendra Prasad visited said no top actor was found to be addicted to drugs.

“Some B and C grade artists are addicted to drugs due to their frustration at not achieving their goals,” the actor said.

“They should not opt for immoral things. I will counsel the young generation if needed,” he said during a visit to Tirumala on Friday.

Asked about rumours of drug addiction among film personalities in the Telugu industry, Rajendra Prasad said, “As a responsible artist, I have to open up on the issue. As per the previous and present experience, we can see that no first class actor is involved.”

Regarding the impact of GST on the industry, he said, “The film industry went into a shock along with others. It will take time to adjust.”