Bhagyashri Borse Breaks Silence on 'Iron Leg' Tag After Lenin Success
Bhagyashri Borse opens up about the 'Iron Leg' tag after her first Telugu hit, questioning why actresses get blamed for flops. She joins stars like Taapsee and Shruti in calling for fairer industry views.
Dumtika Editorial
July 19, 2026 · 1 min read
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Bhagyashri Borse addresses 'Iron Leg' tag after scoring a hit with Lenin
She questions why actresses are blamed for film failures in Telugu cinema
Taapsee Pannu, Shruti Haasan, and Sreeleela have faced similar criticism
Bhagyashri emphasizes cinema is a team effort, not one person's responsibility
Fresh from the success of her latest film with Akhil, "Lenin," Bhagyashri Borse is finally tasting box office victory after a string of setbacks. For a while, the buzz in Telugu media was that Bhagyashri carried the so-called 'Iron Leg' tag, as her earlier films struggled to make a mark. Now, with her fortunes turning, the young actress has addressed the label head-on in a candid chat with Variety India.
Bhagyashri reportedly shared that being called an 'Iron Leg' never truly upset her, but left her puzzled. She questioned why actresses are often singled out for a film's failure, especially when so many creative decisions—like script changes and editing—are out of their hands. As per sources, Bhagyashri pointed out that this kind of criticism is hardly unique to her; even established stars like Taapsee Pannu, Shruti Haasan, and Sreeleela have faced similar jibes during their careers, only to rise above them.
The industry grapevine has it that Bhagyashri’s honest take is resonating with many, especially as she emphasized that cinema is a collective effort. She reportedly concluded that success or failure can never be pinned on one person alone. With her first hit now under her belt, all eyes are on Bhagyashri to see how she navigates her next moves in Tollywood. Will she continue this winning streak? Fans and insiders alike are watching closely.
