It's Jagan's gift for my daughter's wedding, says Tollywood comedian Ali

HYDERABAD: Tollywood star comedian and YSRCP leader Ali has expressed his gratitude towards Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy after he was appointed as electronic media advisor to the Andhra Pradesh government. Accompanied by his wife Zubeda, the actor came up with a video message as a reaction to his appointment.

Mohammed Ali, popularly known as Ali, said that YS Jagan had honoured him with this post, acknowledging his contribution to the YSRCP. "I will consider this as the Chief Minister's gift to my family for my daughter's wedding," said the actor. Ali's wife, Zubeda also thanked YS Jagan on the occasion.

The Andhra Pradesh Government issued a GO on Thursday appointing the actor as the electronic media advisor for a tenure of two years. The GO said that separate orders would be issued regarding his salary and perks. The actor was earlier associated with Telugu Desam Party (TDP) for several years before joining the YSRCP prior to the 2019 general elections.