Overview
- Speaking to PeepingMoon on Dec. 11, Abhishek Bachchan addressed accusations that he bought his Filmfare Best Actor award.
- He reiterated that he has never purchased awards or run aggressive PR, arguing that if buying were possible he would have done so 25 years ago.
- He distinguished audience criticism from unverified allegations by journalists, saying such claims are irresponsible and damaging.
- He cited family ties to journalism to explain his decision to respond publicly and to press for higher standards in reporting.
- Coverage notes that his win recognized a critically praised turn in I Want To Talk, despite the film’s modest box-office performance.