Renuka Desai, also known as Renu Desai, has been subjected to constant internet harassment by followers of her ex-husband, Pawan Kalyan, a prominent Telugu celebrity and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister. Desai has been subjected to ongoing harassment since their divorce in 2012, which has lately escalated, causing her to speak out publicly.
The latest incident occurred when a fan commented on Desai’s Instagram picture, implying that she should have been more patient in her marriage with Pawan Kalyan, referring to him as “someone like a god.” M9 News cited the original Telugu comment, which read: “You could have been more patient, sister-in-law. You misunderstood someone as a deity. Perhaps you now understand his worth. But I’m happy the kids are with Pawan Kalyan.”
Desai did not let the insult go unanswered. She responded sympathetically, emphasizing that it was “Pawan Kalyan” who had left me and got married again, not the other way around. “If you had an ounce of intelligence, you wouldn’t make such a foolish comment,” Desai replied. “He left me and remarried. Please stop making such statements; they just irritate me.”
Following this exchange, Desai decided to delete the comments and shut the comment sections on her postings in order to avoid additional pain. This move was vital to preserving her mental health, as the relentless online bullying had taken a heavy toll. Desai has received death threats from Pawan Kalyan supporters in the past after disclosing her desire to remarry, indicating the tremendous persecution she experiences.
Renu Desai and Pawan Kalyan were married for three years before separating in 2012. The couple has two children: a son named Akira and a girl named Aadhya. Despite the divorce, the children remain close to their father. Akira actively supports Pawan Kalyan’s political endeavors, and Aadhya recently accompanied her father to see Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Pawan Kalyan has remarried twice since their divorce, most recently to Anna Lezhneva. Renu Desai, on the other hand, has chosen not to remarry following their divorce, despite having become engaged a few years before. Her decision to remain single, as well as her public comments about her previous marriage, have made her a frequent target of online trolls who revere Pawan Kalyan.
Desai’s new answer is not merely a defense of unfair criticism, but also an appeal for empathy and understanding. Her case emphasizes the larger issue of cyberbullying and the emotional harm it may cause. Celebrities, regardless of their public personalities, deserve to be treated with respect and privacy, particularly when it comes to personal affairs like marriage and divorce.
The continuation of such online harassment highlights the darker side of fandom, in which respect for a celebrity can deteriorate into unjustifiable hostility toward individuals seen to have mistreated their idols. In Desai’s case, the narrative created by Pawan Kalyan’s supporters frequently misses her point of view and the nuances of their relationship.
In her reaction, Desai addressed the troll’s disinformation, underscoring that unsubstantiated statements only bring hurt and divide. Her choice to hide comments on her posts reflects a desire to preserve her serenity and mental health, which is becoming increasingly typical for public figures who are subjected to constant online abuse.
This incident raises bigger questions about supporters’ responsibilities and the impact of their remarks on those they target. It serves as a reminder that celebrities, despite their public personalities, have sentiments and personal lives that should be respected. As Renu Desai navigates her life after divorce, her message to the public remains clear: Pawan Kalyan was the one who abandoned me and remarried. Fans must remember the human side of prominent individuals and approach controversial themes with empathy and respect.
