The Controversy Unfolds
When Neeraj Pandey’s upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat landed in hot water over its title, everyone thought the makers would dig in. But Manoj Bajpayee, the film’s lead, tells a different story. Speaking recently, the actor admitted they didn’t see the backlash coming — but once it hit, they acted fast.
“We didn’t expect it,” Bajpayee said. “But when it happened, in two days’ time, we put out our apology.” He added that if something offends people with that much intensity, creative folks are always ready to mend their ways. And change the title, if that’s what it takes. “The title change is not going to be such a huge thing. We can come up with ten different titles, and they will be equally exciting.”
Threats and Trolling: The Dark Side
But it wasn’t just criticism. Bajpayee revealed he faced threats and trolling throughout the row. “I was travelling continuously,” he said, implying the situation was tense. The actor, known for his no-nonsense attitude, prefers not to engage with impatient critics. But this time, the trolls — and worse — came for him personally.
Insiders say the threats were serious enough to make the actor wary. Bajpayee didn’t go into specifics, but his comments suggest the backlash went beyond social media banter. “We, as creative people, are always there to mend our ways,” he reiterated, showing that even big stars aren’t immune to the heat.
What’s Next for Ghooskhor Pandat?
With the title likely getting changed, the film is still expected to release on Netflix. The makers have already apologised, and Bajpayee seems confident that a new name — possibly even better — will emerge. “Creative people can come up with ten different titles, and they will be equally exciting,” he said, brushing aside the drama.
For now, fans are waiting to see what the new title will be. One thing’s clear: Manoj Bajpayee isn’t letting a little controversy shake him. Arre bhai, if he can handle threats and trolling with such calm, he’s ready for anything.