<p><strong>Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s post-divorce journey has sparked fresh debates in the film industry. Manchu Lakshmi’s recent comments have fueled speculation about possible bias against the actress.</strong></p><img><p>Mohan Babu’s daughter, <strong>Manchu Lakshmi</strong>, gets occasional roles in Tollywood. In her latest film ‘Daksha,’ she plays a police officer solving a mystery. The movie is set for a Friday release.</p><img><p>In an interview, <strong>Manchu Lakshmi</strong> was questioned about her outfits as she nears 50. She countered, ‘Can you ask Mahesh Babu the same?’ She noted he’s also 50 and questioned him going shirtless.</p><img><p>She questioned why women face restrictions men don’t. She said a top heroine, a superstar’s ex-wife, is being denied roles post-divorce, with people fearing ‘trouble with them’.</p><img><p>The anchor asked if she meant Samantha. <strong>Lakshmi </strong>replied that many women are divorced. While indirectly, it’s true Samantha’s roles have lessened. She last acted in her own film ‘Shubham’ in a cameo role.</p><img><p>Manchu Lakshmi also praised Anasuya’s role in ‘Pushpa.’ She said, ‘I don’t know how I would’ve played Dakshayani, but Anasuya was fantastic. The rawness in her role was visible.'</p>
