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Bollywood’s controversy pot is boiling once again as filmmaker Abhinav Kashyap, the director behind Dabangg, has unleashed a fiery tirade against Aamir Khan, calling him a “thief” and a “master manipulator.”
In a no-holds-barred interview with Bollywood Thikana, Kashyap — who is also the brother of acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap — accused Aamir of being overly controlling on set, claiming that the superstar interferes in almost every aspect of filmmaking.
“He interferes in editing, direction, everything. It’s all about control,” Abhinav alleged. “He’s smaller than Salman in height but way more manipulative.”
The filmmaker mocked Aamir’s widely celebrated “perfectionist” image, claiming that his obsessive attention to detail drains the energy of his crew. According to Kashyap, Aamir’s tendency for multiple retakes and micromanagement creates an environment where actors overshadow directors.
Kashyap Questions Aamir’s Generosity and Legacy
In another sharp jab, Abhinav accused Aamir of failing to give back to society despite earning massive profits from films like Dangal, which grossed over ₹2,000 crore worldwide. “He made billions, but what has he done for the people who made him who he is?” Kashyap asked.
This isn’t the first time the outspoken director has targeted Bollywood’s biggest names. Previously, he clashed publicly with Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, calling out what he described as the industry’s “toxic power hierarchies.”
Aamir Khan, who is known for his calm and measured public persona, has not yet responded to the remarks. However, Kashyap’s comments have sparked intense debate online, with fans and critics flooding social media platforms to weigh in on the feud.
Industry insiders note that Abhinav Kashyap’s comments highlight ongoing conversations about creative control, hierarchy, and ego in Bollywood — issues that continue to divide India’s entertainment industry.
Whether this controversy dies down or leads to another celebrity showdown remains to be seen, but one thing is certain — Bollywood’s drama off-screen is as gripping as its stories on-screen.
