Ansuman Bhagat Exposes Bollywood's Dark Side: Deception, Extortion, Exploitation Revealed
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Firstpost03-02-2026, 11:56

Ansuman Bhagat Exposes Bollywood's Dark Side: Deception, Extortion, Exploitation Revealed

  • Writer Ansuman Bhagat's book 'Ek Safar Mein' exposes the harsh realities faced by newcomers in Bollywood.
  • The book details how aspiring actors are often deceived, extorted for money, and subjected to mental and physical exploitation under the guise of film offers and 'compromises'.
  • Bhagat highlights the prevalence of substance abuse and misguidance among struggling artists, shattering lives behind the industry's glamorous facade.
  • He aims to use cinema to reflect these truths, making newcomers aware of the industry's challenges beyond just selling dreams.
  • Emraan Hashmi acknowledges the industry's tough nature but emphasizes resilience and hard work as crucial for survival.

Why It Matters: Ansuman Bhagat's book uncovers Bollywood's grim underbelly of exploitation and deception against newcomers.

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