📷 Image: Wikimedia Commons / Jibin net
Entertainment
Anthany Joseph Quits Ayushmann Khurrana Film After Makers Call Mohanlal 'Secondary Artist'
✍️ MensXP
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 12:38 PM
👁 21
Actor Anthany Joseph has left the Ayushmann Khurrana film after the makers referred to Malayalam superstar Mohanlal as a secondary artist, sparking a controversy over the treatment of senior actors.
The film featuring Ayushmann Khurrana has been forced to make a cast change when actor Anthany Joseph exited the project. Joseph cited a disagreement with the production team over the way they referred to Malayalam legend Mohanlal as a secondary artist.
According to reports, the makers’ remarks were perceived as disrespectful by Joseph, who felt it undermined the stature of a veteran actor. The incident prompted him to withdraw from the film, citing professional integrity.
The production team has not yet announced a replacement for Joseph’s role. However, they have stated that the shooting schedule will continue with adjustments to accommodate the change.
The controversy highlights ongoing discussions about respect and hierarchy within the Indian film industry, especially when it comes to honoring senior actors in collaborative projects.
According to reports, the makers’ remarks were perceived as disrespectful by Joseph, who felt it undermined the stature of a veteran actor. The incident prompted him to withdraw from the film, citing professional integrity.
The production team has not yet announced a replacement for Joseph’s role. However, they have stated that the shooting schedule will continue with adjustments to accommodate the change.
The controversy highlights ongoing discussions about respect and hierarchy within the Indian film industry, especially when it comes to honoring senior actors in collaborative projects.