The Bhojpuri industry has been buzzing with controversy after actress Vannu The Great accused actor Mani Meraj of misleading her regarding marriage and a live-in relationship. Putting an end to speculations, Mani Meraj finally broke his silence in a press conference, directly addressing the allegations.
Vannu had earlier accused him of deceiving her, even dragging his religion into the matter. She went as far as calling him a “jihadi” from a public platform. In his response, Mani Meraj not only denied the accusations but also presented his side of the story, leaving fans shocked.
“No Marriage, No Live-In” – Mani Meraj
Speaking openly, Mani Meraj said,
“First of all, I want to greet the media present here. Vannu ji is a good actress, and together we formed a popular on-screen pair. Our songs even crossed 300 to 500 million views. But the truth is, she was a good friend and nothing more. I never gave any wrong impression.”
On the marriage issue, Mani made it clear:
“She wants me to jump straight from friendship to marriage. But I belong to a different community, from a village background, where families don’t accept interfaith marriages. Her parents too wouldn’t agree. I cannot hurt their emotions. That’s why marriage is not possible.”
He firmly denied claims of a live-in relationship, stressing that people have misunderstood their friendship.
Social Media Reactions Flood In
The actor’s press conference has triggered a wave of reactions on social media. While some urged him to marry Vannu, others accused him of hiding the truth. Comments ranged from “Do the marriage, brother” to “Friends are the biggest enemies”, showcasing the divided public opinion.
With his bold statement, Mani Meraj has drawn a clear line, directly rejecting Vannu The Great’s accusations and putting an end to the heated debate in the Bhojpuri industry.
