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India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Case against filmmaker Manish Gupta for stabbing his driver over salary dispute
A case has been registered against Bollywood director Manish Gupta for allegedly stabbing his driver following a dispute over the latter's salary. The complaint was filed at the Versova Police Station by 32-year-old driver Rajibul Islam Lashkar, the police said on incident took place on Thursday night at Gupta's residence in the Sagar Sanjog building, a Versova Police Station official confirmed. Gupta allegedly stabbed his driver, who has been working with him for over three years, with a kitchen has been booked under Sections 118(2), 115(2), and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for voluntarily causing grievous hurt with a dangerous weapon, intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace, and other related offences. However, he has not been arrested yet, the official added. Lashkar's advocate, Ali Kaashif Khan Deshmukh, has demanded Gupta's immediate as per MidDay reports, Gupta's lawyer Dinesh Tiwari refuted the claims, calling them an attempt to extort said, "The allegation against my client, Mr. Manish Gupta, is baseless and false. It is nothing but an attempt to extort money from him. The complainant, Mr. Rabijul, has a criminal history—he previously defrauded a bank and has a pending criminal case.""The complainant, Mr. Rabijul, guided by several of his relatives and friends, has fabricated the entire issue as a pressure tactic to extort money from my client. We are in the process of initiating criminal proceedings against him for providing false information to a public servant and for filing a fake FIR," he Gupta is also known for directing films like 'Section 375', 'The Stoneman Murders', and '420 IPC'. His most recent directorial venture was 'One Friday Night'. It starred Raveena Tandon and Milind inputs from PTI
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Filmmaker Manish Gupta allegedly booked for stabbing driver over salary dispute; His lawyer says all allegations are false, while the investigation is underway
Filmmaker , who is known for his work in movies like 'Section 375,' 'Rahasya,' and '420 IPC,' has allegedly been booked for stabbing his driver with a knife under Section 118 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), according to a PTI report. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The complaint against him has been filed at the Versova Police Station by the driver, following which the investigation has been initiated. Reportedly, the incident took place earlier this morning, following a dispute over the driver's salary. The injured driver, Rajibul Lashkar (38), is undergoing treatment currently for his injuries. A mid-day report states that the Versova police have confirmed the incident and are currently probing to know the truth. "When they contacted the filmmaker regarding the matter, he termed all the allegations as false and fabricated and stated that he is willing to cooperate with the investigation. The police are checking CCTV footage to verify the facts,' said an officer from Versova Police Station, as reported by mid-day. Reportedly, when attempts were made to reach out to Manish Gupta, he directed the reporter to speak with his lawyer, Dinesh Tiwari, who said all claims against the filmmaker have no ground and are just a scheme to make money. He said, 'The allegation against my client Mr. Manish Gupta, is baseless and false, and is nothing but an attempt to extort money from my client. The complainant Mr. Rabijul has a past criminal record, he has previously defrauded a bank and has a criminal case pending against him. The complainant Mr. Rabijul, guided by many of his relatives/friends, has fabricated the entire issue as a pressure tactic to extort money from my client. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now We are about to initiate criminal proceedings against the complainant Mr. Rabijul, for giving false information to a public servant and for registering a fake FI.R' Meanwhile, Advocate Ali Kaashif Khan Deshmukh, who is representing the driver, reportedly has demanded an immediate arrest in the matter.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Filmmaker Manish Gupta booked for ‘stabbing driver with kitchen knife'
Filmmaker Manish Gupta was booked for allegedly injuring his driver with a kitchen knife, a Mumbai police official said on Friday. Gupta allegedly attacked his driver after an argument over the latter's salary. The incident took place on Thursday night in Gupta's residence in Sagar Sanjog building, the Versova police station official was quoted by news agency PTI as saying. 'Gupta allegedly injured his driver Rajibul Islam Lashkar (32),' the official said. Gupta was booked under sections 118(2), 115(2) and 352 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapon, intentional insult to provoke breach of peace and other offences. He is yet to be arrested, police said. Lashkar's advocate Ali Kaashif Khan Deshmukh sought immediate arrest of Gupta. According to Free Press Journal, the FIR stated that Lashkar had worked with the filmmaker for three years, for a salary of ₹ 23,000. However, Lashkar alleged that he was never paid on time. On May 30, Gupta allegedly sacked him without clearing his dues. To earn back his money, Lashkar rejoined duty, but was still not paid, the driver reportedly claimed. This led to a verbal argument between the two on Friday night at the filmmaker's Versova residence. Lashkar alleged that Gupta stabbed him with a kitchen knife during the argument. He then rushed to the nearby Cooper Hospital. After receiving medical treatment, he filed an FIR against filmmaker Gupta at the Versova Police Station. A screenwriter and director, Manish Gupta has directed films like The Stoneman Murders and 420 IPC. His last directorial venture was the 2023 legal drama, One Friday Night, which starred Raveena Tandon and Milind Soman. He had earlier served as a writer in Ramgopal Varma's team, writing the screenplay of films like D and Sarkar.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Filmmaker Manish Gupta booked for allegedly stabbing driver with kitchen knife over pay dispute
Filmmaker Manish Gupta was booked for allegedly injuring his driver with a kitchen knife after an argument over the latter's salary, a Mumbai police official said on Friday. The incident took place on Thursday night in Gupta's residence in Sagar Sanjog building, the Versova police station official said. Gupta allegedly injured his driver of three years, Rajibul Islam Lashkar (32), the official said. Gupta has been booked under sections 118(2), 115(2) and 352 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapon, intentional insult to provoke breach of peace and other offences, but is yet to be arrested, he added. Lashkar's advocate Ali Kaashif Khan Deshmukh sought the immediate arrest of Gupta. According to a Free Press Journal report, the FIR stated that Lashkar had worked with the filmmaker for three years, for a salary of ₹23,000. However, Lashkar alleged that he was never paid on time. On May 30, Gupta allegedly sacked him without clearing his dues. To earn back his money, Lashkar rejoined duty, but was still not paid, the driver claimed. This led to a verbal argument between the two on Friday night at the filmmaker's Versova residence. Lashkar alleges that Gupta stabbed him with a kitchen knife during the argument. Lashkar then rushed to the nearby Cooper Hospital and after receiving medical treatment, filed an FIR against the filmmaker at the Versova Police Station. A screenwriter and director, Manish Gupta has directed films like The Stoneman Murders and 420 IPC. His last directorial venture was the 2023 legal drama, One Friday Night, which starred Raveena Tandon and Milind Soman. He had earlier served as a writer in Ramgopal Varma's team, writing the screenplay of films like D and Sarkar. (With PTI inputs)
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Raid 2 actor Ashish Gokhale: 'It's comforting when legends like Ajay Devgn are that supportive on set'
Actor and doctor Ashish Gokhale , who is known for his performances in Rohit Shetty's web series Indian Police Force and films like Shaitaan, 420 IPC, Bholaa, and Gabbar Is Back, is currently seen in Raid 2 . In an exclusive interview with ETimes , Ashish reflected on balancing medicine and movies, his preparation process for emotionally complex characters, and his bond with Ajay Devgn . You've been part of some intense, high-stakes dramas like 420 IPC, Shaitaan, and Raid 2. How do you prepare for such emotionally and physically layered supporting roles? I come from a theatre background, so that discipline stays with me. Every script is different, and it offers only a certain amount of information about a character. I spend time decoding not just the character, but their characteristics and motivations. For instance, in 420 IPC, I played a negative character, and the tone was very different from Shaitaan, where I portrayed a confident, dominating police officer. That role was especially challenging because I had to interrogate three people—played by Ajay Devgn sir, R. Madhavan sir, and Jyotika ma'am. My character was assertive, but he wasn't dealing with criminals—he was interrogating a chartered accountant from a respectable family. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Egypt: New Small Electric Car For Seniors. Prices Might Surprise You. Electric Cars | Search Ads Undo So, the body language had to balance professionalism with suspicion. It was a fine line. That scene was done in a single take, and all three of them clapped for me after it. That meant a lot. With Raid 2, I didn't get a written script during the audition. I was told to improvise a scene where I play a powerful officer chilling in his office, unfazed by an incoming income tax officer. I had to come up with the dialogues on the spot and deliver in a distinct Madhya Pradesh dialect. That got me selected. Later, director Raj Kumar Gupta sir sat me down and said, "You won't have a lot of dialogues, but I want your presence to register. " I created a backstory for the character—a dual personality of sorts. Outwardly respectful to seniors, but internally dismissive. To physically embody that, I even adjusted my posture and added padding to my shirt to match the 1989 setting and give him a chubbier look. I drew inspiration from two of my uncles who were income tax officers. Do you approach supporting characters differently than lead roles—especially when sharing screen space with stars like Ajay Devgn? Absolutely. A supporting character might have fewer lines, but the depth can be just as strong—if not stronger. I always believe that an actor must read between the lines. It's not just about the written dialogue; it's about the silences, the pauses, the unspoken layers. In Shaitaan, I made a conscious choice to speak with my eyes. That's something I've always admired about Ajay sir—he does so much with just his gaze. I wanted to bring that intensity into my portrayal as well. Ajay sir is very generous. He's not just a great actor but a wonderful co-star who helps you elevate your performance. It's comforting when legends like him are that supportive on set. You've now worked with Ajay Devgn in multiple projects. What has your experience been like with him and your co-stars in Raid 2, including Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, and Supriya Pathak? Raid 2 is actually my third project with Ajay sir after Bholaa and Shaitaan. I've spent over a year on set with him over the past few years, and it feels like we're a little family now. He's truly been a mentor to me. Riteish sir is a sweetheart—so chilled out, so approachable, no ego whatsoever. The same goes for Vaani Kapoor ma'am, Saurabh Shukla sir, and Supriya Pathak ma'am. Such lovely, humble people. There's zero attitude or insecurity on that set, and that creates a beautiful space to work in. Riteish Deshmukh Shines in Raid 2 Being an outsider in the film industry, have you faced difficult times? Of course, I've had my share of tough days—but I don't dwell on them. Everyone does. I choose to focus on the good things coming my way now. Difficult times shape you. They make you tougher. I like to say difficult roads make good drivers. Those challenges helped me discover new paths. Even now, there are struggles, but I'm enjoying the journey. When did you realize you wanted to act—and how did that coexist with your medical journey? Acting has always been my true passion. But when I decided to pursue it seriously, the world—especially my family—was against it. My parents are doctors, and they had a hospital set up for me in Konkan. They wanted me to stay back and run it. They used emotional blackmail, too—it was tough. No one supported me at the time except for one senior doctor, my mentor, who encouraged me and stood by me. Without him, I might not have made it to Mumbai. Did anyone warn you about the emotional burden of this industry? Yes, many did. This industry is unpredictable. Until you get your footing, survival is hard. I always tell young people—make sure you have an education, a fallback, something that lets you earn your bread and butter. You can chase your dreams, but you shouldn't have to beg or borrow to live. I've never taken a single rupee from anyone—not even my parents. I wanted to stand on my own two feet. And I have. Have there been any mentors—formal or informal—who've influenced your journey in the industry? Honestly, everyone I meet teaches me something—whether they're from the industry or from my medical practice. My patients, my co-actors, even someone I might chat with briefly. I observe, absorb, and learn from each and every person. In that way, I feel like the whole world is my mentor. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
