In a recent turn of events, South superstar Jr NTR found himself in the midst of a natural disaster while in Japan. The actor, who has been a favorite in the country, returned home safely after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck the Ishikawa prefecture. Sharing the shocking news with his fans on X (formerly Twitter), Jr NTR expressed his concern for the affected people and his gratitude for their resilience.
Jr NTR’s Message:
“Back home today from Japan and deeply shocked by the earthquakes hitting. Spent the entire last week there, and my heart goes out to everyone affected. Grateful for the resilience of the people and hoping for a swift recovery. Stay strong, Japan.”
Jr NTR has been a beloved Indian actor in Japan for quite some time, gaining even more popularity after the release of ‘RRR.’ In 2022, he visited the country to promote the film, especially after the song ‘Naatu Naatu’ won an Academy Award.
On Monday, the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa prefecture experienced a series of powerful earthquakes, with some reaching a preliminary magnitude as high as 7.6. The Japan Meteorological Agency has labeled this seismic event as the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. Since Monday, Japan has experienced a total of 155 earthquakes.
Despite the recent events, Jr NTR remains active on the film front. He will be seen in the highly anticipated film ‘Devara,’ alongside Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor. The film, directed by Koratala Siva, is set against coastal lands and is set to be released in two parts, with the first installment hitting theaters on April 5. The intense and fierce look of Jr NTR in the latest poster has left fans eagerly anticipating the release.