Akshay Kumar, Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer Bhooth Bangla hit theatres on April 17 and has since been enjoying a steady run at the box office. The film has received a thumbs-up
from audiences for its blend of horror and comedy, as well as its ensemble cast’s performances. With positive word of mouth and consistent footfalls, the movie continues to hold well in cinemas. Amid the massive success, a fresh report suggests that several vendors associated with the film have accused the production house of non-payment of dues.
Despite Bhooth Bangla emerging as a box office success after its release, according to Mid-Day, several vendors associated with the film have alleged that their payments are still pending. While one vendor claimed dues amounting to Rs 30 lakh remain unpaid, another alleged that they are yet to receive Rs 18 lakh. One vendor told the portal, “Payments are getting stuck for months. Once the film releases, it becomes difficult to get the money out. The 90-day invoice clearance has become a thing of the past.”
A crew member told the publication, “Top talent and key vendors are prioritised when it comes to payment. The crew is asked to wait.”
Amid all the payment dues accusations, Balaji Motion Pictures has claimed that they have cleared all dues. It told the portal, “Balaji Telefilms Limited has fulfilled all its contractual payment obligations in relation to various projects undertaken by the company.”
Meanwhile, Ektaa Kapoor recently penned an appreciation note for Akshay Kumar after the immense success of their film. She shared a picture of him with her dad, Jeetendra and thanked the actor. Her post read, “The time has come for me to say my thank yous… This picture of Dad and Akshay Sir reminds me exactly of what discipline can do. They are so similar that every time I talk to Akshay Sir, I feel like I’m talking to my Dad…Their discipline & their belief in the producer’s conviction, along with deep trust and respect is just wonderful! These two men are the reason the commerce of our industry is alive and why producers continue to have some agency. Doing a few films with top directors once in a while only sustains one layer of the industry… For an industry to thrive, you need actors who work regularly so that every producer gets a chance.”
She further added, “The pure commerce these two men have brought is rarely appreciated. So, every time someone asks, “Why does Akshay Kumar do four films a year?” know it’s because of the Dharmendras, the Jeetendras, and the Akshays that this industry flourished. In volume, there is job creation. That is what they bring to the table! Thank you, Akshay Sir, for giving every producer, from the top to the mid-sized, a chance to put their best foot forward! Love you, Guruji!”
