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Exclusive | Abhishek Banerjee talks about the Pataal Lok casting controversy

Exclusive | Abhishek Banerjee talks about the Pataal Lok casting controversy

Abhishek said earlier criticism was more like accusations, but now at least it has become a debate. He understands the skepticism since success in society is often seen as coming from “lineage or corruption,” not hard work

17 September,2025 02:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Abhishek Banerjee details on financial struggles of newcomers in the Industry

Abhishek Banerjee details on financial struggles of newcomers in the Industry

Abhishek admitted he was nervous about playing Stree’s Janna, unsure if his performance pitch was right after doing serious films like Ajji. The success of Stree boosted his confidence, teaching him how audiences perceive different shades of his acting

17 September,2025 02:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
‘People couldn’t believe we would cast without sex’: Abhishek Banerjee

‘People couldn’t believe we would cast without sex’: Abhishek Banerjee

Abhishek Banerjee, being a casting director himself, opens up about the dark side of the casting industry where exchanging sexual favours is common. He also shared how things changed after the infamous MeToo movement

13 September,2025 12:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Abhishek Banerjee opens up about his casting in Stree and Paatal Lok

Abhishek Banerjee opens up about his casting in Stree and Paatal Lok

Abhishek Banerjee opened up about how he was rejected for his iconic role of Jana in Stree initially. He also spoke about his character of Hathoda Tyagi in Paatal Lok, saying he would never cast himself in the role

13 September,2025 07:30 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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