Updated On: 11 January, 2026 04:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ratings for Chiranjeevi’s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu were blocked on BookMyShow by court order ahead of release, sparking online debate over fake reviews, censorship, and the role of audience feedback in cinema

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Ahead of its Sankranti release, Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara starrer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has found itself at the centre of online discussion after ratings and reviews were disabled on BookMyShow following a court order. The move, taken before the film’s theatrical release, has triggered mixed reactions among audiences, with many questioning the need to block public feedback.
Users visiting Chiranjeevi's film’s BookMyShow page are greeted with a message that reads, “Ratings and reviews disabled as per court order.” This means viewers will not be able to rate or review the film on the ticketing platform until further notice, a step that is relatively rare for big-budget releases.