Akshay Kumar Told Me ‘You Can’t Play A Heroine’,” Says His First Co-Star Shanthi Priya, Accusing Him Of Ghosting After Approaching Him For Work
In a recent interview, Shanthi Priya, Akshay Kumar’s first co-star from the film Saugandh, opened up about her experience of approaching the superstar for work. Priya revealed that Akshay ghosted her and made derogatory comments about her ability to play a heroine. These allegations have sparked a conversation about gender discrimination in Bollywood.
The Encounter on the Set and Disappointment
Shanthi Priya shared that when she met Akshay Kumar on the set of Holiday, he appeared to be the same person she had worked with years ago. She expressed her desire to come back to the industry and asked for his help. Akshay introduced her to Sonakshi Sinha and mentioned that she was his first heroine. However, when Priya revealed her plans to return, Akshay gave her a reality check by saying, “You know you can’t play a heroine, right?” This comment left her disheartened and shattered her hopes of receiving support from the industry.
Ghosting and Ignored Attempts to Contact
Following the encounter, Shanthi Priya continued to reach out to Akshay Kumar, hoping for an opportunity. However, her calls and messages went unanswered. She recalled receiving a call from Akshay’s secretary for the film Airlift, requesting her pictures. Despite emailing the pictures and making several attempts to contact them, she never received any response. The actress shared her disappointment as Akshay Kumar ignored her messages and left her in a state of frustration.
Thoughts on Shanthi Priya’s Claims

These revelations by Shanthi Priya have raised questions about Akshay Kumar’s behavior and treatment of his co-stars. The industry’s lack of support and the experience of being ghosted have left Priya disillusioned. The public is now discussing the need for fairness, respect, and equal opportunities in the Bollywood industry.
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