Writer Kona Venkat, who has known Pawan Kalyan for many years, has said that the Jana Sena chief's intentions are clean. Before the 2019 elections, Kona criticized Pawan as someone who was wrong in doubling down on his criticism of Jaganmohan Reddy and for not going ballistic against Chandrababu Naidu. He even suggested that Pawan should undertake a yatra to understand the mood of the people of Andhra Pradesh.

In his latest interview, Kona has defended Power Star. "It's nonsensical to say that Pawan Kalyan has taken a 'package' (in return for his support of the TDP in the past). He is not that kind of person. He is not a seasoned politician. He is learning his way through. His intentions are clear," Kona remarked.

He further added, "I don't want to talk about his alliance with the BJP. He is genuine and wants to bring out a change in politics. Just one person can't do everything on his own. He has to have a perfect team."