Vaishnavi Chaitanya is gearing up for the release of Epic this week, where she stars opposite Anand Deverakonda. The film has already sparked curiosity, especially after comments from director Aditya Haasan at the pre-release event.

The filmmaker stated that he would stand by and protect Vaishnavi from online trolling, a remark that immediately caught everyone’s attention.

His statement has led many to believe Vaishnavi’s character could be bold and challenging. Reports suggest that Epic revolves around a young Telugu woman who moves in with her partner and later faces complications in her relationship.

Such a storyline is still uncommon in mainstream Telugu cinema and could spark strong reactions from audiences. Many fans remember how Vaishnavi faced criticism from a section of viewers after Baby, despite earning praise for her performance.

With Epic exploring a sensitive and contemporary subject, discussions around her role have already begun. Whether the actress will once again become a target of online criticism or win over audiences with another powerful performance remains to be seen.