Shilpa Shinde calls Hina Khan’s cancer battle ‘publicity’; shares cryptic note after AICWA seeks strict action over sexual harassment allegation row

TV actor and Bigg Boss winner Shilpa Shinde has been making headlines after comments she made regarding her past allegations against Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai producer Sanjay Kohli resurfaced online. The remarks sparked criticism from industry bodies, celebrities, social media users and men’s rights activists, with several calling for action and demanding government intervention. Amid the backlash, the All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) urged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to intervene in the matter.

Reacting to this, filmmaker and FWICE chief advisor Ashoke Pandit strongly condemned the revelation. The statement has reignited discussions about the impact of false allegations and their effect on genuine victims of harassment.

In an interview with Indian Express, Ashoke said, “If what Shilpa Shinde said in the podcast is true, it deserves strong condemnation. Sexual harassment is a very serious allegation, and using it as a weapon to settle personal or professional disputes is deeply wrong.”

He added that the producer may have stayed silent to keep a show running and protect the livelihoods of an entire crew; this does not give a free pass to a false accuser, stating how false allegations can destroy a person’s reputation, career, and mental well-being

Ashoke Pandit demands action and says, ‘Not only shameful but completely unacceptable’

“What is even more worrying is that such actions make it harder for genuine victims to be believed. Every false accusation weakens trust in those who come forward with real experiences. If someone chose to damage another person’s life and reputation for personal gain, it is not only shameful but completely unacceptable,” said Ashoke.

Shilpa Shinde reacts after AICWA seeks action

Shilpa, unfazed by the ongoing controversy and continuing to defend herself, shared yet another cryptic post on her Instagram handle. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, June 6, she shared a reel of her photos with the message: “Be a woman, always ready to say jo ukhadna hai ukhad lo.” In the caption, Shilpa wrote, “Jalne walo jalte raho apna khoon Kisi jarurat mand ko mat do jala Jala Ke khatam kar do.”

However, she did not mention anyone’s name, but the timing appears to be a befitting reply to netizens slamming her.

Following the revelation, Shilpa has been embroiled in a feud with Hina Khan after Hina took a dig at Shilpa.

Shilpa, in a new video, seemingly took aim at Hina’s breast cancer diagnosis and her father’s death and said, “Log mere naam par karna karna gain publicity kab band karenge pata nahi hai. Lekin chalti train mein mat chadiye, aapko get hurt, hai na? To gain publicity, aap logon ke apni mariyan hain, ghar ke logon jo jo hui hoohi hain, toh aap Shilpa Shinde why Want it, right? You are already very published.”

Without taking Hina’s name, she also slammed people for not supporting her nine years back. “If I had given you the right at that time, this situation would not have happened today. I would have done it after a year. No one told me, but I am sorry for the father of a girl and the husband of a woman, because I lied to my heart. If I had got them arrested at that time, I myself would have been arrested today. It’s my mistake, why did I do that? If you don’t want to see Mahabharat.

Shilpa Shinde played the role of Angoori Bhabhi in the sitcom Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai. The show premiered in 2015 and made Shilpa an overnight sensation.

In March 2016, Shilpa abruptly quit the show and left her fans shocked. Back then, she accused the makers of mentally harassing her and claimed that she was being asked to sign an exclusivity contract that prevented her from doing other shows. She also alleged that the producers were trying to damage her career. The production house denied all allegations and accused her of breaching her contract and sent her a legal notice.

Amid the controversy, Shilpa accused producer Sanjay Kohli of sexual harassment and filed an FIR against him. She also raised concerns about her treatment on the set.