Did Prakash Raj Mock PM Modi After His Mother's Death? Truth Behind The Viral Post

In the wake of the recent demise of actor Prakash Raj's mother, Suvarnalatha, several videos of her last rites surfaced online. Soon after, social media users began circulating screenshots allegedly showing Raj's response to the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother, Hiraben Modi.

The viral message attributed to the actor read: "Rest in peace Hiraben Modi... But you had given birth to a rascala who is spoiling India." The post quickly gained traction, triggering outrage and sharp reactions from users who believed it to be genuine.

The claim centres around Prakash Raj, a prominent actor known for his outspoken political views, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Given Raj's past criticism of the government, the alleged remark appeared believable to some sections of social media users, further fuelling its spread.

The screenshots were widely shared across platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and WhatsApp, with many users reposting the message without verifying its authenticity.

The post gained traction due to a mix of political sensitivities and Raj's public persona. His history of criticising the ruling establishment made the alleged comment appear plausible, prompting users to react strongly without fact-checking.

Is It True?

A thorough search of Prakash Raj's official social media accounts and credible news reports revealed no evidence supporting the viral claim. There were no records of him posting any derogatory remarks about Hiraben Modi.

Did Prakash Raj Mock PM Modi After Her Death? Truth Behind The Viral Post

On the contrary, a deeper check uncovered Raj's actual condolence message addressed to the Prime Minister. In his verified post, he wrote: "It's very painful to lose a mother. Heartfelt condolences to your loss @narendramodi ji... may her soul rest in peace. Prayers and strength."

Meanwhile, Prakash Raj has also responded to the post.

So, the circulating message is fabricated and misleading.