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‘If misinformation paid bills’: Prateik Smita Patil hits back at Arya Babbar's financial benefit allegations
Updated On: 25 May, 2026 11:22 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Prateik Smita Patil reacted after half-brother Arya Babbar accused him of using Raj Babbar for financial and emotional sympathy. Calling the claims “misinformation,” Prateik defended his struggles, hard work, and personal journey while criticising public discussion of private family matters

Prateik Smita Patil, Arya Babbar and Raj Babbar (Picture via Instagram)
Actor Prateik Smita Patil has reacted strongly after his half-brother Arya Babbar accused him of using their father, veteran actor Raj Babbar, for “financial benefits” and public sympathy. The controversy erupted after Arya made several remarks during a recent interview, where he spoke about the strained dynamics within the Babbar family and questioned Prateik’s intentions behind reconnecting with their father.
Prateik Smita Patil reacts to Arya Babbar's allegations
Responding to the allegations, Prateik took to social media and appeared visibly upset over the comments. Without directly naming Arya in his initial statement, he wrote, “If misinformation paid bills, some people would be billionaires by now.” His cryptic remark quickly went viral online, with many fans interpreting it as a clear response to Arya’s accusations.
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