Divya Khosla Kumar has lashed out at filmmaker Karan Johar over his alleged use of derogatory language during a controversy involving her upcoming project Savi and Alia Bhatt's film Jigra. The dispute began when Divya accused Alia of copying her film’s concept and exaggerating box office collections for her previous projects. Karan responded with an indirect Instagram post calling silence "the best speech for fools," which Divya interpreted as an attempt to silence her. She defended herself by clarifying her stance and expressing dismay over how power dynamics often undermine fairness in the film industry.
In her response, Divya emphasized that no one in the industry holds the authority to dismiss her concerns, stressing that every artist should be allowed to defend their work without fear of retribution. She also rejected claims suggesting her outcry was a mere publicity stunt to gain attention for her film. According to her, it was important to speak up against the misuse of influence, especially when smaller or less powerful individuals feel unheard.
Divya further clarified that her intention was never to stir unnecessary drama but to stand for what she believes is an injustice toward her creative efforts. She conveyed that truth and authenticity should prevail, especially when it comes to the credit and originality of artistic work. Divya concluded her statement by highlighting that the entertainment industry should not function on unchecked influence or control, but rather on principles of fairness, creativity, and integrity.
Alia Bhatt has yet to respond to Divya’s accusations, while Karan Johar’s indirect post remains the only statement from his side regarding the matter. The controversy has drawn attention to ongoing concerns about power imbalances in Bollywood, sparking further discussion among fans and industry insiders.
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