Kannada actor Rachita Ram's birthday turned awkward when a fan pulled her cheek while taking a selfie with her outside her Bengaluru residence on Saturday, October 5. The moment, caught on camera on Saturday, has since gone viral on social media.
Who Is Rachita Ram?
Rachita Ram, 35, is popularly known as the Dimple Queen of Kannada cinema.
She made her debut in 2013 with Bulbul, opposite Darshan, which turned out to be a commercial hit. Since then, she's featured in movies like Ranna, Rathavara and Natasaarvabhowm.
The actor made her Tamil debut with Rajinikanth's Coolie in 2025, where she played Kalyani, a character that drew plenty of trolling and memes after the film's release. The movie follows a former coolie union leader trying to uncover the truth behind an old friend's death. It went on to become the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025.
| Movie Name | Release Year | Co-Star / Lead Actor |
| Bulbul | 2013 | Darshan |
| Ranna | 2015 | Sudeep |
| Rathavara | 2015 | Sriimurali |
| Chakravyuha | 2016 | Puneeth Rajkumar |
| Bharjari | 2017 | Dhruva Sarja |
| Ayogya | 2018 | Sathish Ninasam |
| Seetharama Kalyana | 2019 | Nikhil Kumar |
| Natasaarvabhowma | 2019 | Puneeth Rajkumar |
| Kranti | 2023 | Darshan |
| Coolie | 2025 | Rajinikanth |
ALSO READ - Rajinikanth's Coolie Review: Netizens Hail Thalaivar's Entry And 'Mindblowing End Credit'
Rachita has reportedly also joined Chiranjeevi's upcoming movie Mega158 and has begun shooting for it in Pollachi, marking her return to Telugu cinema while juggling a busy lineup across Kannada and other South Indian film industries. The project is seen as a key step in her growing presence across South Indian cinema.
Fan Pulls Rachita Ram's Cheek
Rachita, who turned 35 on October 3, stepped out to greet fans gathered outside her home. She posed for photos and selfies with them, but one moment stood out.
A man took a selfie with her, and as he walked away, he reached out and pulled her cheek. She looked visibly surprised for a second but continued smiling and interacting with the crowd around her.
The clip has since sparked a debate online, with several users questioning whether the fan overstepped by touching the actor without her consent.
A user questioned, "What sort of behaviour is this? How can he touch without consent? And why didn't anyone hit him?" Another user said, "She may be smiling or acting brave, but deep down she might be traumatised."
A third user pointed out, "Man or Woman, never touch a stranger anywhere. Basic manners. Why touch someone who doesn’t even know you?"
The incident reminds us that fan love has limits. Celebrities, especially women, deserve the same basic respect and personal space as anyone else, selfie or not.
FAQ
1. Why is Rachita Ram called the 'Dimple Queen'?
Rachita Ram earned the nickname 'Dimple Queen' from fans because of her signature smile.
2. What recent fan incident involving Rachita Ram went viral?
On her 35th birthday, a male fan pulled Rachita's cheek without her consent while taking a selfie outside her Bengaluru residence.