Bawaal: Varun Dhawan's CONTROVERSIAL Act With Janhvi Kapoor During Promotions Leaves Netizens Outraged! (View Pic)
An incident during Bawaal promotions sparks a heated debate on appropriate on-screen behavior and the need for accountability in the film industry.
BollywoodMDB Team | Updated On: Jul 19, 2023 09:32 PM IST
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Following a promotional event for his new movie 'Bawaal,' Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan is currently dealing with a social media storm. Varun bit his co-star Janhvi Kapoor's ear during the event in question in a lighthearted manner, which drew harsh criticism from online users.
Many internet commenters expressed similar worries, accusing Dhawan of being overly affectionate with his female co-stars and challenging the tendency of the profession to ignore such behaviour. The event has spurred a discussion about the limits of on-screen friendship and actors' duties to uphold a courteous workplace.
Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor engaged in what was supposed to be a humorous moment during a promotional event for the eagerly awaited movie 'Bawaal.' Things suddenly changed, though, when Varun Dhawan playfully bit Janhvi Kapoor on the ear out of the blue. The incident was recorded on camera and soon spread across several social media sites, sparking a wave of criticism of the actor.
The acts of Dhawan were swiftly met with criticism from online users, many of whom said that such conduct supports a culture of harassment and objectification. Critics stressed the value of upholding limits both on and off-screen and the need for performers to have restraint, particularly when acting towards their female co-stars.
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Concerns were raised by individuals in the film industry as the dispute gained traction. Prominent individuals demanded a review of set behaviour and emphasised the value of establishing a polite workplace. Insiders in the industry have pointed out the need for more precise rules and greater enforcement to guarantee the safety and comfort of all actors, regardless of gender.
