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Vashu’s explosive statement amid Chunnari legal battle

02-06-2026 12:00:00 AM

Vashu Bhagnani spoke about his history with David Dhawan and Ramesh Taurani 

ANI

Veteran film producer Vashu Bhagnani has broken his silence on his long-standing association with Ramesh Taurani, claiming that despite helping shape key professional relationships and contributing significantly to his own success story, he later felt betrayed by the Taurani camp.

In a detailed statement, Bhagnani reflected on his decades-long journey in the entertainment industry, his successful collaboration with filmmaker David Dhawan and more.   Recalling one of the defining moments of his career, Bhagnani revealed that before the release of the blockbuster 'Coolie No. 1', he personally gifted a car each to David Dhawan and Govinda as a gesture of appreciation for their contribution to the film's success.

According to Bhagnani, Tips was a 50 per cent partner in the project at the time, but when he suggested making the gesture jointly, Ramesh Taurani chose not to participate.

Bhagnani further stated that certain events over the years left him feeling deeply disappointed and betrayed by people he had once considered close associates. "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," he said.

Puja Entertainment has filed a ₹400 crore suit in the Bombay High Court against Tips Industries, David Dhawan and others over alleged unauthorised use of the song Chunnari Chunnari in Varun Dhawan’s 

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