A dramatic turn in West Bengal: Three people, led by event host Tanay Shastri, face arrest over claims of harassing Bollywood actress and ex-Trinamool MP Mimi Chakraborty. The detentions came Thursday after the accused blocked police from investigating a Sunday night clash at a Bongaon cultural program.
Chakraborty, fresh from parliamentary duties, was midway through her act at Nayagopalganj when chaos ensued. In a detailed police email, she alleged Shastri invaded the stage, halted her performance prematurely, and issued rude commands to exit. ‘It felt like a public shaming, especially since I skipped his home invitation unlike fellow artists,’ she detailed.
The fallout has kept the area on edge since early this week. Shastri fired back, dismissing the narrative as false. He pointed to her 11:45 PM arrival—against a 10:30 PM slot—but stressed respectful handling nonetheless. Police visit to his address for statements turned confrontational, prompting swift action against him and companions.
With her horror-comedy ‘Bhanupriya Bhuter Hotel’ hitting screens, Chakraborty remains silent officially. This saga spotlights artist protections, event etiquette, and law enforcement’s role in swiftly addressing grievances. As probes intensify, it serves as a cautionary tale for organizers statewide.