The ongoing tension between Manchu brothers Vishnu and Manoj took a fresh turn at the trailer launch event of the upcoming film “Bhairavam” held in Eluru. During the event, actor Manchu Manoj threw a not-so-subtle jab at his estranged brother Vishnu, referencing the viral teaser of Vishnu’s ambitious film Kannappa.

Manoj commented on stage, “If you yell ‘Sivayya,’ Lord Shiva doesn’t show up.” The statement was a clear mockery of Vishnu’s scene in the Kannappa teaser, where he is seen emotionally yelling “Sivayya” to summon Lord Shiva. Manoj’s remark sent the audience into laughter, making it one of the standout moments of the event.

What makes this more interesting is that Manchu Vishnu had previously objected to a dialogue in Sree Vishnu’s film “Single”, where the trailer included a tongue-in-cheek reference to the “Manchu” name and the Kannappa film. Vishnu reportedly demanded the line be removed, and the team complied.

The Manchu family feud is not new to the public. Vishnu and Manoj have had a strained relationship for years, marred by reported property disputes and family conflicts. The rift escalated so badly that both filed police complaints against each other and have avoided public interactions since.

While Manoj’s comment may appear humorous on the surface, it underscores the deep-rooted animosity between the two brothers. For fans and industry insiders alike, it remains to be seen if Vishnu will publicly address the dig, ignore it, or respond indirectly through his own media channels.

With Kannappa being one of Vishnu’s most ambitious projects to date and with heightened public scrutiny over the Manchu family dynamics, this latest development adds yet another layer to the ongoing drama in Tollywood’s most talked-about sibling rivalry.