Vashu Bhagnani. Pic via X
Amid the legal battle with Ramesh Taurani over Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai songs, veteran film producer Vashu Bhagnani has opened up about his long-standing association with the producer. He claimed that despite sharing a close professional relationship for several years, certain developments left him feeling betrayed.
In a detailed statement, the producer reflected his association with Ramesh Taurani's family back to his days in the audio cassette business, before he entered film production. He said, "Before entering films, I had already built a successful audio cassette manufacturing business and established strong relationships within the entertainment industry. My association with the Taurani family began through the music business, particularly with Kumar Taurani. Later, I entered film production through Pooja Films and Pooja Entertainment, building my projects, partnerships, and productions independently."
He further added, "There comes a time when silence is mistaken for acceptance. I am only sharing my side of the story and the facts as I experienced them. Some actions over the years felt like a betrayal of trust, and I believe it is important to put my perspective on record."
Bhagnani opened up on his journey in the entertainment industry, his collaborations with filmmaker David Dhawan, and his belief that the rewards of success should be shared with those who contribute to it.
Recalling a key moment, Vashu Bhagnani shared that after of the release of the blockbuster Coolie No. 1, he gifted cars to David Dhawan and Govinda as a token of appreciation for their contribution to the film. He added that while Taurani's Tips was a 50 per cent partner in the project, he chose not to participate in the gesture.
"I believed success should be shared with the people who create it. When I suggested that we jointly gift cars to David Dhawan ji and Govinda ji, Ramesh ji did not wish to be part of it. I therefore proceeded on my own because I felt it was the right thing to do," said Vashu Bhagnani.
Meanwhile, he clarified that his remarks are not connected to the ongoing ownership disputes or legal proceedings. He said his statement should be viewed as one of gratitude, ethics, and responsibility toward the people who helped shape his cinematic legacy.
He concluded saying, "Cinema belongs to a team. If the films continue to create value, the people who helped create that value should never be forgotten."
