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Ram Kapoor Emphasizes Calm After Being Sidelined for Inappropriate Remarks

He credits JioHotstar’s gender-sensitivity workshops with safeguarding his series’ launch momentum

Overview

  • In July 5 interviews, Kapoor apologized for the inappropriate sexual remarks that led to his removal from Mistry’s promotional activities
  • He said his family, network and staff reacted strongly when the controversy broke but he urged them to trust his measured approach
  • The actor advised his children to face difficult situations calmly and to choose whether challenges become ‘‘a big deal’’
  • JioHotstar suspended Kapoor’s promotional duties and introduced mandatory gender-sensitivity workshops across its marketing and production teams
  • Despite being sidelined, Mistry’s premiere has drawn positive viewer feedback and continuing industry praise for Kapoor’s performance