Naga Chaitanya ask kids why they aren't in school

Actor Naga Chaitanya’s recent encounter with a group of young fans in Hyderabad is winning hearts online.
A candid video shared on X (formerly Twitter) has stolen the spotlight, capturing a sweet moment where a group of young boys were seen interacting with Chay. The kids shot the video as

Chay

asked them why they weren’t at school.
watch the video here:

Chaitanya can be seen pausing his ride to strike up a conversation with four children. While the excited group repeatedly mentions that they’ve watched his latest film

Thandel

, he patiently asks each of them their names and then questions why they are not at school at that time. When one boy reveals that he no longer attends school and is instead working at a shop, Chaitanya immediately responds with concern, asking, “Why did you quit?” Even as the others enthusiastically say they’re in Class Four, the actor continues to engage with the boy who dropped out.

Despite the children’s repeated attempts to talk about Thandel, the actor stays focused on their education before eventually bidding them farewell.
The interaction has touched many fans online. One user shared the clip with the caption, “#NagaChaitanya interacts with kids like a big brother.” Sharing the same video, one of his fan pages wrote, “When Chay pauses his ride to make the kids’ day brighter.”
Another fan highlighted a heartwarming moment at the end, noting that one of the children can be heard saying, “Malli Sunday kaludham anna” (Let’s meet next Sunday again, brother).
Social media users have been quick to praise Chaitanya's humility. One post read, “He gives respect to everyone. That’s why everyone loves him. #JrAnr is having fun with children on the streets of Hyderabad.”
Meanwhile, another user commented, “Chay chala manchivadu. Probably the only grounded star kid. But acting improve cheskovali.” (Chay is such a good guy. Probably the only grounded star kid. But he needs to improve his acting.)

After facing a setback with Custody in 2023, Chaitanya made a successful comeback this year with Thandel, directed by Chandoo Mondeti. The film also featured Sai Pallavi and became Chay’s first Rs 100 crore grosser.
Naga married his girlfriend, actress Sobhita Dhulipala, last year.