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Hans India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Artist Faraz accuses Pooja Entertainment of non-payment, calls out industry exploitation
Artist Faraz has accused production house Pooja Entertainment of non-payment and mistreatment for his work on the 2023 Bollywood film Ganapath. His claims, first shared in a heartfelt Instagram post, have sparked a broader conversation about systemic exploitation within the Indian film industry — especially affecting lesser-known artists and behind-the-scenes crew. Faraz, who contributed creatively to Ganapath, alleges that despite fulfilling his professional commitments, he was never compensated for his work. 'I've recently gone public with my experience of non-payment and mistreatment by Pooja Entertainment,' he wrote in his outreach to media. 'I've now learned I'm not alone — others have spoken out too.' The post, shared via Instagram [link], details his ordeal and calls for solidarity among fellow artists. Since going public, Faraz reports that he has been contacted by other creatives who say they've had similar experiences with the production house. Pooja Entertainment, one of Bollywood's prominent studios known for its blockbuster releases and collaborations with top stars, has yet to issue an official response to these allegations. Faraz's revelations have renewed focus on the troubling disparity in treatment between industry elites and freelance or contract-based professionals. 'It's time to expose the systemic exploitation that still exists in the industry — especially how 'smaller' artists and crew are treated, while the big names protect themselves,' he stated. He has expressed willingness to provide documentation and evidence to support his claims and is urging media outlets to investigate further. 'I'm ready to speak openly, share documents, and name names,' he said, underscoring his commitment to shedding light on these issues. The post has since garnered support from fans and fellow artists alike, many praising his courage and echoing calls for industry reform. Several comments recount similar stories, painting a picture of an entertainment sector where recognition and payment can be elusive for those outside the spotlight. This case adds to a growing list of controversies in the Indian entertainment industry related to labor rights, unpaid wages, and lack of accountability from major studios. While high-profile actors and directors are often shielded from scrutiny, many artists and crew members say they operate in a precarious and often exploitative environment. With Faraz's story gaining momentum, industry observers and unions may find renewed motivation to push for stricter enforcement of contracts and better protections for creative professionals. As this story develops, the spotlight remains on Pooja Entertainment — and on whether this could become a turning point in the fight for equity and transparency in Indian cinema.
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why Tiger Shroff's Ganapath is making headlines? Here's what we know about Rs 3 lakh non-payment claim
Actor Faraz Khan, who featured prominently in Tiger Shroff's 2023 sci-fi action film Ganapath, has come forward with serious allegations against Vashu Bhagnani's Pooja Entertainment. Faraz claims the production house has failed to pay his Rs 3 lakh dues for nearly two years, despite fulfilling his contractual obligations. The actor has now issued an ultimatum: pay up or face legal consequences and public exposure. Here's what Ganpath actor claimed Faraz Khan used Instagram to post a detailed statement about the matter. He explained that he was cast by Pooja Entertainment to portray the character Thabeel in the Hindi film Ganapath, directed by Vikas Bahl. He mentioned that he shared almost every scene with his co-actor Armaan Khera, who he described as his on-screen twin. Faraz also highlighted that while Armaan Khera, his counterpart has been fully compensated, he has yet to receive any payment owed to him. Faraz alleged that his multiple efforts to contact the company were met with evasive replies. He criticized the studio for failing to honor their obligations, stating that while the top-billed cast and crew had been paid, often with hefty fees, he, as a lesser-known actor, was deliberately overlooked and manipulated. He described this behavior as not only unprofessional but also disgraceful. Calling out what he described as systemic mistreatment, Faraz said, 'Let the industry and the public know how Pooja Entertainment treats its actors: with dishonesty, disrespect, and deliberate delay. I refuse to be silenced." He further warned that unless the studio clears his dues and issues a public apology, he will proceed with legal action, speak to the media, and go public across platforms to 'expose" the studio's conduct. 'Pay your people. Honour your contracts. Stop harassing independent artists," he concluded. Faraz's claims emerge amid growing concerns over Pooja Entertainment's financial stability. In 2024, it was reported that the production company, headed by Bhagnani, had incurred significant debts after the poor box office performance of expensive films such as Ganapath and Bade Miyan Chhote Miyan. Multiple crew members had earlier voiced comparable grievances about unpaid wages, with insiders revealing that only the main actors received their full payments.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ganapath Actor Accuses Pooja Entertainment Of Non-Payment, Demands Rs 3 Lakh & Public Apology
Last Updated: Faraz Khan, who appeared in Tiger Shroff's 2023 film Ganapath, has accused Pooja Entertainment of failing to pay him ₹3 lakh for his role. Actor Faraz Khan, who featured prominently in Tiger Shroff's 2023 sci-fi action film Ganapath, has come forward with serious allegations against Vashu Bhagnani's Pooja Entertainment. Faraz claims the production house has failed to pay his dues for nearly two years, despite fulfilling his contractual obligations. The actor has now issued an ultimatum—pay up or face legal consequences and public exposure. On Wednesday, Faraz took to Instagram to share a detailed statement addressing the situation. He wrote, 'My name is Faraz Khan. I was hired by Pooja Entertainment to play the role of Thabeel in the Hindi feature film Ganapath, directed by Vikas Bahl. My co-actor Armaan Khera and I shared nearly every scene, like on-screen twins. While he has been paid in full, I haven't received a single rupee of what I'm owed." Faraz claimed that his repeated attempts to get in touch with the company were met with misleading responses. He slammed the studio for neglecting their commitments, adding, 'All top-billed cast and crew members have been paid—many with exorbitant fees. But when it comes to compensating the so-called 'small guy' like me, they choose to ignore and manipulate. It's more than just unprofessional—it's disgraceful." Calling out what he described as systemic mistreatment, Faraz said, 'Let the industry and the public know how Pooja Entertainment treats its actors: with dishonesty, disrespect, and deliberate delay. I refuse to be silenced." He further warned that unless the studio clears his dues and issues a public apology, he will proceed with legal action, speak to the media, and go public across platforms to 'expose" the studio's conduct. 'Pay your people. Honour your contracts. Stop harassing independent artists," he concluded. Faraz's allegations come at a time when Pooja Entertainment has been under scrutiny for financial troubles. In 2024, reports surfaced that the Bhagnani-led production house had accumulated massive debt following the commercial failure of high-budget projects like Ganapath and Bade Miyan Chhote Miyan. Several crew members previously echoed similar complaints of unpaid dues, while insiders claimed that only the lead actors were paid in full. In a desperate bid to offset mounting liabilities, the Bhagnanis reportedly sold their lavish Juhu office in June 2024 to clear debts amounting to Rs 250 crore. First Published:
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ganapath actor alleges non-payment by Pooja Entertainment as he demands Rs 3 Lakh and public apology: 'Let's hold the big names accountable for...'
Actor Faraz Khan, recognized for his role in 'Ganapath,' has publicly accused Pooja Entertainment of withholding his payment for nearly two years. Khan claims that despite completing his work, he hasn't received any payment. He warns of legal action and public exposure if his dues aren't cleared immediately. Actor Faraz Khan, known for his role in Tiger Shroff 's 2023 sci-fi action film Ganapath, has accused Vashu Bhagnani 's Pooja Entertainment of withholding his payment for nearly two years. Despite completing his contractual work, Faraz claims he has yet to receive his dues. He has now issued a stern warning: pay immediately or face legal action and public exposure. Faraz Accuses Pooja Entertainment of Withholding Payment He wrote, 'My name is Faraz Khan. I was hired by Pooja Entertainment to play the role of Thabeel in the Hindi feature film Ganapath, directed by Vikas Bahl . My co-actor Armaan Khera and I shared nearly every scene, like on-screen twins. While he has been paid in full, I haven't received a single rupee of what I'm owed." Faraz alleged that his repeated efforts to contact Pooja Entertainment were met with evasive and misleading replies. He criticized the studio for ignoring their obligations, stating, 'All top-billed cast and crew have been paid—many with exorbitant fees. But when it comes to paying the so-called 'small guy' like me, they choose to ignore and manipulate. It's not just unprofessional—it's disgraceful.' Calling out what he described as systemic mistreatment, Faraz declared, 'Let the industry and the public see how Pooja Entertainment treats its actors—with dishonesty, disrespect, and deliberate delays. I refuse to be silenced.' Faraz Warns of Legal Action and Public Exposure He further warned that unless the studio clears his dues and issues a public apology, he will take legal action, engage with the media, and publicly expose the studio's conduct across platforms. 'Pay your people. Honour your contracts. Stop harassing independent artists,' he demanded. Faraz's allegations add to the growing scrutiny of Pooja Entertainment's financial troubles. In 2024, reports revealed that the Bhagnani-led production house faced massive debt after the commercial failures of high-budget films like Ganapath and Bade Miyan Chhote Miyan. Several crew members have also complained of unpaid dues, with insiders claiming only the lead actors received full payment. In a bid to manage mounting liabilities, the Bhagnani family reportedly sold their lavish Juhu office in June 2024 to help clear debts totaling Rs 250 crore. 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 .
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'Laanat hai': Kareena Kapoor bashed by fans for viral pics with Pakistani designer Faraz Manan post-Pahalgam attack
On April 22, 26 innocent lives were claimed by the senseless act of terror carried out in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadow in the Kashmir valley. The responsibility for the Pahalgam attack was quickly claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), part of the banned Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror group. With condolences pouring in from all parts of the world, the situation at heart has been as heartbreaking as it was uniting. Kareena Kapoor Khan, among other celebrities, were among the first few to express their grief over the news. Taking to her Instagram stories, Kareena had shared, "Beyond heartbroken for the victims and their families. Praying for the lives lost #Pahalgam". Now while life does in fact go on as usual for most, Kareena's recent strides seem to have brought her in the firing line of the country's people, most of whom are still torn up over the ghastly massacre. On Sunday, April 27, Kareena was photographed at the Mumbai airport — the actor was headed to Dubai. As a matter of fact she was in the UAE city, earlier this month as well, for a brand event. This time around however, pictures of her from a meet up with long-time collaborator and friend, Faraz Manan, in Dubai, have been going viral for all the wrong reasons. Why you ask? Faraz is a very well-known Pakistani designer. The photo and the context of Pahalgam, was enough to send the internet into a tizzy over Kareena not respecting the sensitivity of the times. Comments expressing the same read: "Bollywood is mostly ruled by scam artists", "Fame is everything for her Country doesn't feature anywhere", "Once you're a Khan You can't go back to being Kapoor", "Kaise hain ye log. Kiss mitti ke bane hain??", "Bollywood cares only money n fame", "Aur inse ummeed bhi kya ki ja sakti hai???", "Shame ! Shame" and "Country is nothing for them, they can shift anywhere in the world coz they have so much money" to quote a few. It is worth mentioning here, Kareena and Faraz have known each other for decades. During an interview with Elle, Faraz had shared how he had actually started working with Karisma Kapoor and so it only felt natural to start working with Kareena, given how similar the sisters-duo's taste was. Recalling how their friendship began, Faraz had revealed, "I recall when we did our very first shoot together in Jaipur, we were both scheduled to leave for home the very next day. Just before boarding, we both realised that we wanted to stay back for another day, relax and indulge in Rajasthani food. So we did. And that's how we became friends from day one". Do you think Kareena is in the wrong here?
