The controversy began with Dev's comment in Parliament that he did not fully understand politics.

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Sanchita chatterjee: Two familiar faces—Dev Adhikari and Aritra Dutta Banik—find themselves at the center of a new controversy in Tollywood. In a recent interview, Aritra Dutta Banik leveled scathing criticism against the political role of actor-turned-MP Dev, remarks that instantly went viral across social media platforms.

Aritra’s central question was, "If you don't understand politics, why are you engaging in it?" He argued that while Dev's success as a popular actor is undeniable, it is imperative to raise questions regarding his statements and conduct as a responsible public representative. The controversy was specifically sparked by a remark Dev made in Parliament, wherein he admitted that he does not fully comprehend politics.

Aritra believes that making such statements while holding a position of responsibility in a crucial institution—such as the national legislature, where laws are enacted—is disrespectful to the common people. He further asserted that if someone claims not to understand politics even after serving as an MP for two consecutive terms, it demonstrates a distinct lack of a sense of responsibility.

In this context, Aritra employed a sharp analogy, likening the situation to performing surgery without any medical knowledge—a comparison that has ignited widespread debate among netizens. While some have voiced support for his candid remarks, many others feel that this constitutes unnecessary criticism unfairly directed at Dev.