The ongoing family drama in the Manchu family has just taken an unexpected new turn as Manchu Manoj, younger son of veteran actor Mohan Babu, finally spoke out and disclosed what really happened to break up with his brother Manchu Vishnu and father. For years, things had been tense in the Manchu family, but now the storm has finally burst into full public view.
What started with hushed speculation and social media rumors has finally escalated into an all-out war, as Manchu Manoj, in an interview recently given, laid bare the real cause of the rancor which has split up one of the most powerful families in Tollywood. As told by him, the origin of the feud traces back to Mohan Babu University (MBU) and corruption — something that has taken the Telugu film industry as well as the public by storm.
A House Divided: Manoj Protests Outside Family Home
Last week, there was another escalation of tensions when Manchu Manoj reached the gates of Mohan Babu’s Jalpally home, to find the doors locked. In a dramatic gesture, he sat down on the floor outside the house, lamenting his inability to gain access to his own family home. His protest video was soon viral, showcasing the desperation in a man who feels trapped by people he once considered to be his own family.
The viral images have him sitting cross-legged, his eyes brimming with tears, questioning the gatekeepers, “What wrong did I do? Why am I being treated this way?” His agony and ire were palpable, and the public outburst mostly felt for his stand. The fact that matters have escalated so far that police and courts are now in the mix reflects the seriousness of the breach which has engulfed what was previously thought to be an intimate family.
The Root of the Rift: Fee Scandal at Mohan Babu University
The biggest takeaway from Manoj’s interview is that the whole fuss started two years ago, when a few students reportedly came up to him with shocking news. Manoj explains that the administration at Mohan Babu University, under the supervision of Vishnu, were collecting astronomical and unauthorized fees from poor students — and all of this was allegedly done without the knowledge of Mohan Babu.
When some students approached me and complained that the university administration was charging poor people money in the name of various fees, I was taken aback,” Manoj revealed in the interview. “They believed in me because they knew I would raise my voice. And I did. I went directly to my father to bring this to his notice. That’s when everything changed.
Ever since, Manoj says, both Vishnu and Mohan Babu targeted him with hostility. What was supposed to be a move to set things right in-house was purportedly turned into a personal grudge. He charges that Vishnu engineered a campaign to ostracize him from the family and even the film industry. Manoj says false cases of police complaints have been lodged against him and now he is being legally harassed as part of a move to muzzle him.
False Allegations and Continuing Harassment
“I didn’t steal. I didn’t lie. All I did was stand up for what’s right,” Manoj exclaimed, his voice shaking. “But since I challenged the system, false accusations have begun flooding in. Every so often, there is a new complaint lodged. This is no longer about family — this is about abuse of power and stifling of truth.”
He added that while many in the film industry know about the tensions, few have had the courage to speak out or defend him publicly, not wanting to incur the wrath of the powerful Manchu family. “But I cannot keep quiet any longer. I have nothing to lose,” he said. “People must know why this struggle is occurring.”
Manchu Vishnu Remains Silent
So far, Manchu Vishnu has not publicly reacted to Manoj’s latest allegations. His silence, however, is generating more speculation and public outrage. Many on social media have begun wondering whether the university fee scandal is being swept under the carpet and whether the older Manchu son has a secret to conceal.
In the meantime, Mohan Babu, a Telugu cinema veteran and an educationist, has also not made any official statement, contributing to the mystery and anxiety over the affair. Close family sources indicate that Mohan Babu is upset by the public nature of the feud, but remains Vishnu’s supporter.
A Family Torn Apart in Public View
The Manchu family used to be a united force in Tollywood—a dynasty that stood tall on pillars of tradition, discipline, and social service. But in recent years, those pillars have begun to crumble under the pressure of intra-family politics and ego battles. What makes this feud especially painful for fans is the way public — playing out not only in interviews and press statements, but on social media and under camera lights.
Manchu Manoj, who was a bright young actor with great versatility and energy, has mostly avoided films in the past few years. It now appears certain that these family problems have taken a toll on his personal and professional life. Manchu Vishnu, on the other hand, remains active in cinema as well as academia, running MBU and other family businesses.
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Final Thoughts
The real story of the Manoj–Vishnu conflict has finally emerged, and it paints a grim picture of family treachery, institutional dysfunction, and gagging of whistleblowers. Although the public waits for greater clarity and perhaps a reply from the other side, it’s clear that this conflict is far from subsiding.
Manchu Manoj’s act of going public has initiated a discussion not only about family politics, but also about accountability, transparency, and justice — even among the most influential of families. Whether this ends in redress or further disintegration is yet to be seen, but one thing is sure: the Manchu family scandal is no longer mere rumour — it’s now an issue of public interest.
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