'Inspired' by Rocky Bhai in KGF 2: Doctors at Century Hospital treat 15-year-old for smoking cigarettes

The boy watched the movie in the second week of its release in theatres, and was inspired by the 'style' of the lead character 'Rocky Bhai' and wanted to ape him by smoking for the first time, only to fall severely sick in the process.

Commenting on the case, Dr Rohith Reddy Pathuri, Consultant Pulmonologist, Century Hospital said, "Teenagers do get easily influenced by characters like 'Rocky Bhai'. In this case, this young boy took to smoking and fell severely sick after consuming a packet full of cigarettes.

Movies are a highly influencing element of our society, and it is important movie makers and actors have a moral responsibility to not glamorize acts like smoking cigarettes or chewing tobacco or consuming alcohol.

Characters like 'Rocky Bhai' have a cult following and young minds do get influenced by the acts of these demigods on the screen."

"Parents of adolescents must ensure they keep a watch on what their children are doing, and what factors are influencing their child's acts. Instead of regretting later, it is important parents play a role in creating awareness about the ill-effects of acts like smoking tobacco and consuming alcohol, Dr Pathuri added.

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