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Beyond box office numbers and performances, 2025 saw Bollywood grappling with a series of high-profile controversies. These incidents highlighted shifting industry dynamics and growing public scrutiny.

<strong>Saif Ali Khan stabbing shakes Bollywood</strong><br />The year opened on a deeply unsettling note when Saif Ali Khan was stabbed during an attempted robbery at his Bandra home. The incident left the actor seriously injured and sent shockwaves through the industry. Beyond concern for his recovery, it sparked urgent conversations about celebrity safety and the vulnerability that comes with public life.

Saif Ali Khan stabbing shakes Bollywood
The year opened on a deeply unsettling note when Saif Ali Khan was stabbed during an attempted robbery at his Bandra home. The incident left the actor seriously injured and sent shockwaves through the industry. Beyond concern for his recovery, it sparked urgent conversations about celebrity safety and the vulnerability that comes with public life.

<strong>Sardaar Ji 3 and the cross-border casting storm</strong><br />Diljit Dosanjh’s Sardaar Ji 3 found itself in the middle of a political and cultural flashpoint over the casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. With emotions running high after national security events, the backlash intensified to such an extent that the makers chose not to release the film in India, highlighting the fragile space cross-border collaborations now occupy.

Sardaar Ji 3 and the cross-border casting storm
Diljit Dosanjh’s Sardaar Ji 3 found itself in the middle of a political and cultural flashpoint over the casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. With emotions running high after national security events, the backlash intensified to such an extent that the makers chose not to release the film in India, highlighting the fragile space cross-border collaborations now occupy.

<strong>Shilpa Shetty deepfake case raises AI alarm</strong> The circulation of AI-generated deepfake videos featuring Shilpa Shetty brought the dangers of digital manipulation into sharp focus. The Bombay High Court stepped in, ordering the removal of the content. The case became a landmark moment in discussions around consent, personality rights and the unchecked misuse of artificial intelligence.

Shilpa Shetty deepfake case raises AI alarm The circulation of AI-generated deepfake videos featuring Shilpa Shetty brought the dangers of digital manipulation into sharp focus. The Bombay High Court stepped in, ordering the removal of the content. The case became a landmark moment in discussions around consent, personality rights and the unchecked misuse of artificial intelligence.

<strong>Deepika Padukone’s exit sparks industry-wide debate</strong><br />Deepika Padukone’s decision to walk away from Spirit and reportedly from Kalki 2898 AD’s sequel triggered widespread debate. Reports of disagreements over contracts and structured work hours opened a larger conversation about work-life balance, fairness and evolving professional standards on film sets.

Deepika Padukone’s exit sparks industry-wide debate
Deepika Padukone’s decision to walk away from Spirit and reportedly from Kalki 2898 AD’s sequel triggered widespread debate. Reports of disagreements over contracts and structured work hours opened a larger conversation about work-life balance, fairness and evolving professional standards on film sets.

<strong>Hera Pheri 3’s Off-Screen Drama</strong><br />Excitement around Hera Pheri 3 dimmed as behind-the-scenes disagreements between actors and producers spilled into the public domain. The conflict reminded fans that even beloved franchises are not immune to creative and financial tensions.

Hera Pheri 3’s Off-Screen Drama
Excitement around Hera Pheri 3 dimmed as behind-the-scenes disagreements between actors and producers spilled into the public domain. The conflict reminded fans that even beloved franchises are not immune to creative and financial tensions.

<strong>Theatre vs OTT Clash Over Bhool Chuk Maaf</strong><br />A legal battle between PVR Inox and the makers of Bhool Chuk Maaf underscored the shifting power dynamics between cinemas and streaming platforms. The dispute reignited questions about theatrical exclusivity and how long traditional release models can hold in a streaming-first world.

Theatre vs OTT Clash Over Bhool Chuk Maaf
A legal battle between PVR Inox and the makers of Bhool Chuk Maaf underscored the shifting power dynamics between cinemas and streaming platforms. The dispute reignited questions about theatrical exclusivity and how long traditional release models can hold in a streaming-first world.

<strong>Ranveer Singh and the Kantara Culture Backlash</strong><br />Ranveer Singh faced sharp criticism after a casual reference to cultural elements from Kantara: Chapter 1 was perceived as insensitive. Online outrage followed swiftly, eventually leading to an apology and renewed discussions around cultural respect and representation.

Ranveer Singh and the Kantara Culture Backlash
Ranveer Singh faced sharp criticism after a casual reference to cultural elements from Kantara: Chapter 1 was perceived as insensitive. Online outrage followed swiftly, eventually leading to an apology and renewed discussions around cultural respect and representation.

<strong>Akshaye Khanna’s Exit from Drishyam 3</strong><br />Reports of Akshaye Khanna stepping away from Drishyam 3 stirred industry chatter. Alleged disagreements over fees and creative control highlighted the fragile balance between star power and production realities.

Akshaye Khanna’s Exit from Drishyam 3
Reports of Akshaye Khanna stepping away from Drishyam 3 stirred industry chatter. Alleged disagreements over fees and creative control highlighted the fragile balance between star power and production realities.

<strong>A.P. Dhillon–Tara Sutaria Viral Moment Fuels Gossip</strong><br />The year closed with social media buzzing over a viral concert clip allegedly showing A.P. Dhillon kissing Tara Sutaria on stage. Follow-up visuals featuring her boyfriend Veer Pahariya only intensified speculation, showing how quickly fleeting moments can spiral into full-blown digital debates.

A.P. Dhillon–Tara Sutaria Viral Moment Fuels Gossip
The year closed with social media buzzing over a viral concert clip allegedly showing A.P. Dhillon kissing Tara Sutaria on stage. Follow-up visuals featuring her boyfriend Veer Pahariya only intensified speculation, showing how quickly fleeting moments can spiral into full-blown digital debates.

<strong>Saif Ali Khan stabbing shakes Bollywood</strong><br />The year opened on a deeply unsettling note when Saif Ali Khan was stabbed during an attempted robbery at his Bandra home. The incident left the actor seriously injured and sent shockwaves through the industry. Beyond concern for his recovery, it sparked urgent conversations about celebrity safety and the vulnerability that comes with public life.

<strong>Sardaar Ji 3 and the cross-border casting storm</strong><br />Diljit Dosanjh’s Sardaar Ji 3 found itself in the middle of a political and cultural flashpoint over the casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. With emotions running high after national security events, the backlash intensified to such an extent that the makers chose not to release the film in India, highlighting the fragile space cross-border collaborations now occupy.

<strong>Shilpa Shetty deepfake case raises AI alarm</strong> The circulation of AI-generated deepfake videos featuring Shilpa Shetty brought the dangers of digital manipulation into sharp focus. The Bombay High Court stepped in, ordering the removal of the content. The case became a landmark moment in discussions around consent, personality rights and the unchecked misuse of artificial intelligence.

<strong>Deepika Padukone’s exit sparks industry-wide debate</strong><br />Deepika Padukone’s decision to walk away from Spirit and reportedly from Kalki 2898 AD’s sequel triggered widespread debate. Reports of disagreements over contracts and structured work hours opened a larger conversation about work-life balance, fairness and evolving professional standards on film sets.

<strong>Hera Pheri 3’s Off-Screen Drama</strong><br />Excitement around Hera Pheri 3 dimmed as behind-the-scenes disagreements between actors and producers spilled into the public domain. The conflict reminded fans that even beloved franchises are not immune to creative and financial tensions.

<strong>Theatre vs OTT Clash Over Bhool Chuk Maaf</strong><br />A legal battle between PVR Inox and the makers of Bhool Chuk Maaf underscored the shifting power dynamics between cinemas and streaming platforms. The dispute reignited questions about theatrical exclusivity and how long traditional release models can hold in a streaming-first world.

<strong>Ranveer Singh and the Kantara Culture Backlash</strong><br />Ranveer Singh faced sharp criticism after a casual reference to cultural elements from Kantara: Chapter 1 was perceived as insensitive. Online outrage followed swiftly, eventually leading to an apology and renewed discussions around cultural respect and representation.

<strong>Akshaye Khanna’s Exit from Drishyam 3</strong><br />Reports of Akshaye Khanna stepping away from Drishyam 3 stirred industry chatter. Alleged disagreements over fees and creative control highlighted the fragile balance between star power and production realities.

<strong>A.P. Dhillon–Tara Sutaria Viral Moment Fuels Gossip</strong><br />The year closed with social media buzzing over a viral concert clip allegedly showing A.P. Dhillon kissing Tara Sutaria on stage. Follow-up visuals featuring her boyfriend Veer Pahariya only intensified speculation, showing how quickly fleeting moments can spiral into full-blown digital debates.

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