The controversy around Bade Miyan Chote Miyan has taken a legal turn as Bandra Police filed an FIR against director Ali Abbas Zafar. The complaint was lodged by producer Vashu Bhagnani, accusing Zafar of financial mismanagement during the film’s production.
According to the complaint, irregularities of over Rs 150 crore have been alleged. These include misuse of funds, forged documents, and questionable financial practices. The registered charges are cheating, forgery, criminal breach of trust, and conspiracy.
Investigators will examine production expenses, financial records, and agreements as part of the inquiry. The film, starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, was expected to be a grand action entertainer with international shoots, VFX, and high-end stunts.
Despite heavy promotions, the film underperformed at the box office earlier this year. This reportedly worsened tensions between Vashu Bhagnani and Ali Abbas Zafar. Producers and directors usually resolve such issues through civil proceedings, but the decision to file a criminal case highlights the seriousness of the allegations.
If proven, the charge of criminal breach of trust could severely impact the professional relationship between producers and filmmakers in high-budget films. For Ali Abbas Zafar, who has earlier delivered hits like Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai, this case is a major challenge.
The matter is likely to involve detailed audits and long legal proceedings. It may become one of the most closely followed industry disputes in the coming months.
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