Yes, it's the same Madhavi Latha whom we have seen on TV in recent past.  The same 'Nacchavule' actress who has commented boldly on a lot of topics, mainly casting couch.  She is now in politics.  To be precise, in the BJP.  

"Officially joining the BJP in the presence of Central Minister Nitin Gadkari.  Happy to be part of the national party," she said today.  

"It's my decision to join the party.  Some people like Congress.  Some like TDP.  Some prefer TRS.  Some like YSRCP.  It's up to oneself which party you want to be with.  If you don't like my choice, unlike my page," she told her critics on Facebook.

Madhavi Latha added that politics is not easy as, unlike celebs, politicians have to spend their own money (to survive and thrive in politics).