Maddock Films’ Dinesh Vijan urges Bollywood to embrace Indian identity over western aspiration; says, “The common man wants stories about them”

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Maddock Films is enjoying a winning streak with its recent productions. Following the success of last year's Stree 2 and the blockbuster performance of Chhaava, the production house continues to deliver box office hits. Their upcoming release is the romantic comedy Bhool Chuk Maaf, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi. During a press conference held before the trailer launch, the head of Maddock Films shared insights on the current landscape of Bollywood and the kind of stories that deserve to be highlighted. At the press conference, Dinesh Vijan, as reported by News18, emphasized the importance of collective success in the industry. He said, “It’s very important to wish for everyone to do well. Just us doing well is not enough. I can’t tell you what I am doing, and others are not doing. We learn from whatever we are doing. We are trying to understand that right now, we are not aspirational to the West. We are very Indian in how we think. The common man wants stories about the...
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Raj Kundra BREAKS SILENCE on recent ED raids, blames media for tarnishinng Shilpa Shetty's image: “Unacceptable to repeatedly drag my wife’s name”

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Businessman Raj Kundra has issued his first official statement following the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on his properties in connection to the ongoing pornographic content case.

Raj Kundra Responds to Media Speculation Late on Friday night, Raj Kundra took to his Instagram stories to address the media coverage surrounding the raids. In his statement, he confirmed that he is fully cooperating with the investigation, which has been ongoing for four years.

"I’m fully complying with the ongoing investigation that has been unfolding for the last four years," Kundra wrote. "As for the claims of ‘associates’, ‘pornographic’, and ‘money laundering’, let’s just say that no amount of sensationalism will cloud the truth. In the end, justice will prevail!"

Kundra also expressed his frustration with the media, particularly regarding reports involving his wife, Shilpa Shetty. He urged the public to refrain from dragging her name into the controversy. “It’s unacceptable to repeatedly drag my wife’s name into unrelated matters. Please respect the boundaries…!!!” Shilpa Shetty's Lawyer Denies Involvement On Friday afternoon, Shilpa Shetty’s lawyer, Advocate Prashant Patil, also issued a statement addressing the media's attempt to link her to the case. The lawyer clarified that there were no Enforcement Directorate raids on Shilpa and refuted any reports connecting her to the investigation.

These reports are not true and are misleading. As per my instructions, there is no Enforcement Directorate raid on Mrs. Shilpa Shetty Kundra as she has nothing to do with any offence of whatsoever nature," the statement read.

Patil further emphasized that the case remains focused on Raj Kundra, and Shilpa Shetty has no involvement in any criminal activities related to it. He also urged the media to stop using her name and image in relation to the investigation. "Strict cognisance shall be taken against irresponsible journalism wherein the pictures or videos of Mrs. Shilpa Shetty Kundra are shared on this matter,” he said.

Background on the Case Raj Kundra has been accused of distributing pornographic content through mobile applications and other platforms. He was arrested in July 2021 in connection to the case but was granted bail shortly after. The investigation into the matter is still ongoing, with Kundra maintaining his innocence and cooperating fully with authorities.

Also Read: Shilpa Shetty’s lawyer denies reports of ED raids amid investigation into Raj Kundra case: “She has nothing to do with any offence”



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