Social media erupted in excitement when Tollywood icon Allu Arjun shared a rare selfie with Kajal Aggarwal at the 70th Filmfare Awards South, reviving memories from their 2004 collaboration. Nearly 19 years after sharing screen space in ‘Arya’, the duo’s casual reunion became the talk of the town.
Held in Mumbai, the Filmfare South gala is the gold standard for recognizing excellence across South India’s vibrant film industries. Stars flocked to the red carpet, but Allu Arjun and Kajal’s joint appearance overshadowed the glamour, prompting waves of fan nostalgia for ‘Arya’ and its sequel.
The selfie, posted on Allu Arjun’s Instagram story, showed both actors flashing warm smiles. Accompanied by the caption ’19 years later reunion’, it amassed millions of views within hours. Comments poured in, with fans dubbing it the ‘best throwback ever’ and clamoring for a sequel.
Allu Arjun’s night was crowned with victory as he accepted the Best Actor (Telugu) award for ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, a cinematic juggernaut that shattered records worldwide. His raw intensity as Pushpa Raj has solidified his status as a global force.
Reflecting on the win, Allu Arjun shared a touching message: ‘This award from Filmfare, a platform of immense love, humbles me. It’s for my fans whose passion fuels my journey.’
From budding stars in ‘Arya’ to reigning icons today, Allu Arjun and Kajal Aggarwal’s paths crossed again, proving that some bonds defy time. This viral moment underscores the emotional pull of cinema, where a single photo can reignite an entire era’s fervor.