Overview

• Composer Amaal Mallik made the allegations during an interview with Mirchi Plus, saying top industry figures are targeting Kartik Aaryan for exclusion.
• He described Bollywood’s culture as dark, arguing it demoralizes outsiders and contributed to Sushant Singh Rajput’s inability to cope.
• Mallik noted that Rajput’s death in June 2020 triggered a sharp shift in public sentiment against Bollywood’s perceived nepotism.
• He highlighted Kartik Aaryan’s strong parental support as a key factor helping him withstand similar pressures.
• These remarks have reignited discussions about power dynamics, mental health stigma and accountability in Bollywood.