Balasaheb's Call Saved Avadhoot Gupte from Leaving Mumbai After 'Zenda' Controversy

• Avadhoot Gupte, a prominent Marathi singer and composer, also ventured into filmmaking with successful movies like 'Morya' and 'Zenda'.
• His debut film 'Zenda' was based on a real political event in Maharashtra, depicting the rift within the Thackeray family and Shiv Sena.
• Despite its success and popularity, 'Zenda' faced strong opposition and protests outside Avadhoot Gupte's Mumbai home, leading him to move to Goa.
• A magazine article criticizing Shiv Sena's lack of support for Avadhoot prompted Balasaheb Thackeray to call him directly.
• Balasaheb's assurance of support during the controversy allowed Avadhoot Gupte to return to Mumbai with his family.