New Delhi, Feb 28 (.) Balaji Telefilms, headed by Ektaa Kapoor, has issued a public advisory warning aspiring actors and directors against fraudulent individuals and fake social media accounts misusing the company’s name to circulate bogus casting calls.
In an official statement, the production house urged the public to remain vigilant and verify any audition notices claiming association with it.
Expressing concern over the rising number of scams targeting newcomers in the entertainment industry, the company clarified that it has no connection with such unauthorised entities and condemned attempts to exploit aspiring talent.
The statement referred to fabricated casting calls for upcoming television serials, web series and films.
“Balaji Telefilms Limited hereby issues this formal clarification to notify the general public that several unauthorised individuals and fraudulent social media accounts are currently misusing our corporate identity to publish false casting opportunities for our upcoming TV serials, web series and motion pictures,” it said.
“We unequivocally disassociate ourselves from these unrelated entities and strongly condemn any attempt to exploit the ambitions of aspiring actors and directors through such deceptive practices,” the statement added.
The company reiterated that all legitimate casting procedures are conducted strictly through verified channels and official casting directors.
It stressed that no money is ever requested or accepted as part of an audition process, amid a rise in online scams demanding registration fees or audition charges.
“Please be advised that Balaji Telefilms never solicits registration fees, audition charges or any monetary deposits, nor do we issue formal agreements without conducting prior in-person meetings at our official premises,” it said.
The advisory concluded with an appeal to the public to exercise caution, verify credentials and refrain from sharing personal data or funds with unverified representatives claiming to act on the company’s behalf.
Balaji Telefilms continues its regular television operations. No new project announcements have been made so far.
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