Neil Nitin Mukesh clarifies controversy around him asking Shah Rukh Khan to 'shut up'

Neil Nitin Mukesh has come forward to clarify his stance regarding a decade-old video involving Shah Rukh Khan that has gone viral

Neil Nitin Mukesh has come forward to clarify his stance regarding a decade-old video involving Shah Rukh Khan that has gone viral. In an interview with Sidharth Kannan, Neil shed light on the viral video where he was captured playfully telling Shah Rukh to 'shut up'. The actor set the record straight, expressing that his intentions were in no way to insult the legendary star.

During an interview, Neil fondly recounted a scenario with Shah Rukh Khan from a past award function. He mentioned that Shah Rukh had given him the freedom to enjoy himself, highlighting the camaraderie they shared. Neil humorously quipped that no matter what Shah Rukh does, it's his own video that often becomes the focus of viral attention.

When the interviewer characterized the video as one in which Neil was seen hurling insults at Shah Rukh, Neil promptly corrected the narrative. He emphasized, "Not at all. They were never insults. I would never ever, I love that man, the entire nation loves him. He was having fun, I was having fun and both of us knew that."

The discussion delved into the authenticity of the exchange. Neil responded candidly, sharing the backstory of the interaction. He recalled Shah Rukh's prelude to the lighthearted banter, "He told me beforehand that 'I’ll have some fun with you.' So I asked, ‘Sir, what level of fun are we talking about?’ He said, ‘Whatever you can think of, do it.’ He gave me that liberty so I did it. I would never disrespect an elder, a person from Mukesh family will never insult anyone."

Neil further reinforced his commitment to respect and professionalism. He affirmed that, regardless of his status in the industry or his level of stardom, he would never stoop to insulting another individual.

The memorable incident took place during the 2009 Filmfare Awards, when Shah Rukh Khan engaged Neil in a playful conversation about his name. Shah Rukh quipped, "I have a question for Neil Nitin Mukesh. Tumhara naam hai Neil Nitin Mukesh, bhaiya surname kahan pe hai? Saare ke saare first names hain (Your name is Neil Nitin Mukesh, you have three names but where is the surname)? Why don’t you have a surname?"

With Neil Nitin Mukesh's candid clarification, it's evident that the playful exchange was rooted in camaraderie and mutual respect. The actor's statement sheds light on the camaraderie shared between stars behind the scenes, showcasing that lighthearted moments can often be misinterpreted when taken out of context.

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