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RRR and Maidaan’s clash: Boney Kapoor accuses SS Rajamouli of ‘bullying’; Says Ajay Devgn was not informed
Talking during an interview, Boney Kapoor called the box office clash unethical, especially at a time when the entertainment industry is battling the pandemic situation.
Well, it looks like the upcoming box office clash between Maidaan and RRR is not going well with the veteran producer Boney Kapoor. During a recent interview, The Mr India producer lashed out at Rajamouli accusing him of bullying and being unethical. Both Maidaan and RRR feature Ajay Devgn. While the latter has him playing the lead role, RRR will have him in a supporting role. Talking during an interview with Forbes, Boney said that the clash was unfortunate.
“The clash between RRR and Maidaan is very unfortunate and at the same time, it is unethical,” The Indian Express quoted him as saying. He added that Ajay Devgn was not aware of the clash. Accusing Rajamouli of having a strong-arm tactic and bullying, he stated that the clash of these most awaited films is unfortunate at a time when the entertainment industry has received a huge blow during the pandemic situation. Maidaan was initially scheduled to hit the big screens in August this year. However, owing to the pandemic situation, the release got delayed.
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Maidaan is set to hit the big screens on October 15, coinciding with Dussehra holidays, while RRR will be released on October 13. RRR, directed by SS Rajamouli, RRR has Ram Charan and Jr NTR in the lead roles, while Alia Bhatt will be seen as the leading lady. The film also stars Ajay Devgan, Olivia Morris, Ray Stevenson, and Alison Doody in the supporting roles. On the other hand, Maidaan is directed by Amit Sharma and co-produced by Boney Kapoor. The film is inspired by the Indian national football team coach and manager Syed Abdul Rahim.
