Esha Gupta Breaks 10-Year Silence on Explosive Sajid Khan Clash on Humshakals Set
By M Muzamil Shami - June 25, 2025
Bollywood Behind-the-Scenes Drama: Esha Gupta vs. Sajid Khan
Bollywood actress Esha Gupta has finally broken her silence on the long-rumored, explosive fallout with director Sajid Khan during the shoot of the much-maligned 2014 comedy Humshakals. In a candid interview with Siddharth Kannan, Gupta revealed the ugly truth behind their verbal spat, exposing the emotional intensity and tense dynamics that had remained off-camera — until now.
The Incident: When Words Turned Weapons
Gupta recalled that tensions boiled over quickly on set. She said:
“I had a fight. Sajid Khan and I were not at all on the same page, and we ended up having a proper fight... Unhone mujhe gaali di… phir maine bhi di (He abused me, so I abused him back).”
According to Gupta, the outburst was no casual discord — it was a full confrontation, marked by anger, disrespect, and rapid escalation. She ended up walking off the set and going home, prepared to exit the film entirely.
Retaliation & Resolution: The Power of Standing Up
The actress emphasized the importance of self-respect:
“You should always treat people the way you want them to treat you. It’s that simple.”
When Sajid Khan verbally abused her first, she responded in kind. She admits the clash rattled her so much that she planned to quit the project. However, it was the producer’s apology that persuaded her to stay, followed by Sajid’s own apology.
Gupta also clarified that the dispute wasn’t rooted in romantic or #MeToo implications. She said it was purely professional, stemming from clashing personalities, not misconduct or inappropriate behavior.
More Than Just Leftovers: Context from Humshakals
Humshakals, a multi-starrer comedy featuring Saif Ali Khan, Riteish Deshmukh, and Bipasha Basu, was Sajid Khan's final directorial venture. The film was critically panned and bombed at the box office, making it infamous in Bollywood circles. Reportedly, it underperformed so badly that it spelled an end to Khan’s directorial career — making this history-making fallout all the more telling.
Today, Esha Gupta is set to appear alongside Ajay Devgn in Dhamaal 4, marking a comeback after the stormy Humshakals days.
FAQs
Q1: What exactly happened between Esha Gupta and Sajid Khan?
A: On Humshakals set in 2014, Sajid Khan allegedly verbally abused Esha Gupta. She responded, walked off set, and nearly quit the film — only returning after apologies from both the producer and director.
Q2: Did this incident involve MeToo allegations?
A: No. Gupta clarified there were no sexual misconduct claims or #MeToo connection — just a professional disagreement and verbal exchange.
Q3: Will this affect relationships or behavior trends in Bollywood?
A: Gupta’s revelation highlights the importance of mutual respect on professional sets. It may prompt stronger workplace norms and zero tolerance for verbal abuse.
Q4: When and where will Esha Gupta be seen next?
A: She will soon appear in Dhamaal 4 opposite Ajay Devgn — her first major appearance since the 2025 web series Aashram.
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