The passing of renowned journalist-turned-producer Pritish Nandy on January 8 in Mumbai led to an outpouring of tributes from many in the industry, including actor Anupam Kher.
Anupam Kher shared a heartfelt post on social media, expressing his grief and recalling his close bond with Nandy. However, a now-deleted comment by actress Neena Gupta on Kher's post has ignited a heated debate.
In his emotional note, Anupam Kher described Nandy as a poet, writer, filmmaker, and fearless journalist who had been a pillar of support during his early days in Mumbai. Calling him a "true definition of यारों का यार," Kher reminisced about their deep friendship, expressing heartbreak over the loss.
While many were paying their respects, Neena Gupta's comment stood out for its stark contrast. Reportedly, she wrote: "Do you know what he did to me, and I called him a bastard openly. He stole my baby's birth certificate and published it. So no RIP, you understand, and I have proof of it."
This comment referred to a past controversy involving Nandy and Neena Gupta’s daughter, Masaba Gupta.
Pritish Nandy had reportedly stolen and published Masaba's birth certificate to reveal her paternity, which identified cricketer Viv Richards as her father. This caused a significant uproar at the time, with Masaba being labeled a "love child" in the media.
The comment is no longer visible on Anupam Kher's post, suggesting it may have been deleted or hidden. However, the initial visibility of the comment has already sparked a wave of discussions online, with users debating the appropriateness of airing such grievances publicly.
Social media is abuzz with mixed reactions. While some support Neena Gupta for speaking her truth, others believe that airing such issues immediately after someone's passing is in poor taste.
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