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Palash Sen accuses Salman Khan of involvement in paid negative PR campaign
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 08:50 PM
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Singer Palash Sen claimed that Bollywood star Salman Khan participated in a paid negative publicity effort within the film industry.
Palash Sen, the vocalist of the popular band Euphoria, publicly alleged that Salman Khan was part of a paid negative publicity operation targeting Bollywood personalities. Sen made the statement during a recent interview with a leading media outlet, asserting that the actor’s involvement was aimed at shaping industry narratives.
According to Sen, the alleged campaign involved financial transactions to disseminate unfavorable stories about certain film figures, thereby influencing public perception. He did not disclose the identities of the parties who commissioned the effort, but emphasized that the practice undermines the credibility of the entertainment sector.
When approached for comment, Salman Khan’s representatives declined to comment on the specific allegations, stating that they could not confirm or deny any such involvement. The claim adds to ongoing debates about media manipulation and ethical standards within the Indian film industry.
Industry analysts note that accusations of paid PR, whether positive or negative, are not new in Bollywood, but direct naming of a high‑profile star like Khan intensifies scrutiny. The matter remains under observation as both parties maintain their respective positions.
According to Sen, the alleged campaign involved financial transactions to disseminate unfavorable stories about certain film figures, thereby influencing public perception. He did not disclose the identities of the parties who commissioned the effort, but emphasized that the practice undermines the credibility of the entertainment sector.
When approached for comment, Salman Khan’s representatives declined to comment on the specific allegations, stating that they could not confirm or deny any such involvement. The claim adds to ongoing debates about media manipulation and ethical standards within the Indian film industry.
Industry analysts note that accusations of paid PR, whether positive or negative, are not new in Bollywood, but direct naming of a high‑profile star like Khan intensifies scrutiny. The matter remains under observation as both parties maintain their respective positions.