Director Priyadarshan has sparked online discussion after a recent interview while promoting his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla.
During the interaction with Pinkvilla, the filmmaker was asked whether he would consider casting Kartik Aaryan in one of his projects.
Responding to the question, Priyadarshan said he does not choose actors in advance. He explained that he first completes the script and then decides which actor best fits the role.
He added that he has never specifically thought about casting someone in that manner. His comment quickly drew attention on social media.
During the same conversation, Priyadarshan also mentioned Varun Dhawan. He said the actor has good comic timing and could suit certain roles in the future.
Soon after the interview went viral, fans began sharing their reactions online. Many users praised Priyadarshan for his direct response.
At the same time, some users began trolling Kartik Aaryan. A few comments even compared his performances with Akshay Kumar.
The discussion also revived an old incident involving the film Hungama 2.
During the Covid period, Kartik Aaryan was reportedly offered the lead role in Hungama 2. However, the actor declined the project as he felt the script was not suitable.
Later, when asked about the situation, Priyadarshan had remarked that the actor might have considered him an outdated director.
Now, the latest interview has once again brought that conversation back into focus.
Currently, Priyadarshan is working on Bhooth Bangla, while Kartik Aaryan continues to appear in several commercial projects.
The debate highlights how interviews and past statements can quickly become topics of discussion across social media platforms.
