Stranger Things 5: Kannappa star Vishnu Manchu's daughters 'issue final warning', ready to sue Netflix if...

With the countdown to Stranger Things 5 ticking faster, the final season has turned into more than just a binge-watch. It has become an emotional battleground for fans. While debates over storytelling and ratings dominate social media, one celebrity household has found its own dramatic stake in the fate of Hawkins.

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Actor-producer Vishnu Manchu recently revealed how the Netflix phenomenon has sparked a playful yet intense ultimatum at home, proving that the show’s cultural grip extends far beyond screens and fandom forums.

When Fandom Turns Personal at Home

Vishnu Manchu, best known for Kannappa, shared a glimpse of the chaos Stranger Things 5 has unleashed in his household.

Taking to X, he humorously described how his daughters, Ariaana and Viviana, have become deeply invested in the series - particularly in the survival of a certain beloved character. In his post, the actor wrote, “My house is officially in #StrangerThings5 mania. My Twin bosses Ari & Vivi have issued a final warning. If Steve dies this season… they’re ready to sue Netflix. Serious ga cheptunna! Consider this a friendly heads-up, @NetflixIndia @Netflix. Handle with care. Emotional damage loading otherwise.” (sic)

My house is officially in #StrangerThings5 mania 🧇⚡️

My Twin bosses Ari & Vivi have issued a final warning 😅

If Steve dies this season… they’re ready to sue Netflix 🙏😬
Serious ga cheptunna!

Consider this a friendly heads-up, @NetflixIndia@Netflix. Handle with care.…

— Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) December 30, 2025

The candid message instantly resonated with fans who share the same anxieties as the Manchu sisters.

Steve Harrington and The Fear of Goodbye

Steve Harrington’s enduring popularity explains the emotional ultimatum. Once introduced as a stereotypical teenager, the character evolved into one of the show’s most dependable and heartfelt figures.

Over the years, Steve’s transformation has earned him a fiercely protective fan base, making the possibility of his death particularly unsettling.

As the final season edges closer to its conclusion, speculation about major character losses has only intensified, turning Vishnu Manchu’s light-hearted warning into a sentiment echoed by countless viewers. 

A Finale Facing Growing Backlash

Beyond the humour, Stranger Things 5 is navigating turbulent waters. Audience reactions suggest growing dissatisfaction with the season’s direction.

On IMDb, Episode 7 of Season 5 Volume 2, The Bridge, has recorded a 5.5 rating from over 71,000 users - the lowest-rated episode in the show’s history, even dipping below Season 2’s polarising The Lost Sister.

Adding to the concern, Rotten Tomatoes has marked a first for the franchise, with Season 5 receiving a ‘rotten’ audience score. Fans have criticised pacing issues, narrative decisions, and the emotional weight of key moments.

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High Stakes, Higher Emotions

From playful threats of legal action to genuine disappointment over creative choices, Stranger Things 5 is sparking powerful reactions as it approaches the end. Whether the finale redeems the season or deepens the divide, one thing is clear - viewers, including some very passionate young fans, aren’t ready to let go quietly.