Chiranjeevi & Balakrishna broker peace between Jani Master and TFIEF

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Tue Jul 21 13:41:08 IST 2026
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The Telugu Film Industry Employees Federation ( TFIEF ) on Sunday withdrew the non-cooperation notice issued against choreographer Jani Master after he appeared before the federation and presented his explanation. The decision followed discussions involving TFIEF president Anil Kumar Vallabhaneni, choreographer Jani Master, Telugu Film and Television Dancers and Dance Directors’ Association ( TFTDDA ) president VV Sumalatha Devi , and Producers Council representatives T Prasanna Kumar and Chadalavada Srinivasa Rao.
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Background
The Telugu Film Industry Employees Federation (TFIEF) issued a non-cooperation notice against choreo-grapher Jani Master for skipping a July 14 disciplinary hearing and speaking out against the organization. The dispute erupted after the TFTDDA — led by Jani’s wife, VV Sumalatha — flagged alleged financial irregularities by program in-charges. In an open letter to producers, Jani accused the federation of protecting the accused, ignoring complaints, and threatening whistleblowers with boycotts and job loss.

Balakrishna & Chiranjeevi helped resolve the issue

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During the press meeting, the representatives from all sides credited actors Nandamuri Balakrishna and Chiranjeevi with helping resolve the dispute. They said Balakrishna, who is currently shooting, personally contacted the Producers Council representatives, urging an early resolution. Jani Master also thanked Chiranjeevi, saying the actor first facilitated talks between him and Sekhar Master before urging the federation to help resolve the issue quickly.

Key points discussed

  • TFIEF revoked the non-cooperation notice issued against Jani Master after accepting his explanation
  • TFTDDA General Body meeting will be be held on July 26
  • Action against the association secretary facing the allegations will be discussed at the meeting
  • TFTDDA will continue under the leadership of VV Sumalatha
  • Producers Council members said alleged misuse of workers’ funds would be addressed through due process

Voices from the press meet


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“Jani Master explained his side before the federation and we were satisfied with it. We have withdrawn the non-cooperation notice and request everyone not to make a big issue out of this," said Anil Kumar Vallabhaneni, TFIEF president.
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