Marathi actors' body decries drunken revelry of artistes that led to eight arrests, says it will take stern action against those involved in such misdemeanours
Marathi actors' body decries drunken revelry of artistes that led to eight arrests, says it will take stern action against those involved in such misdemeanoursA day after eight people, including Marathi actors, were arrested for creating ruckus at an elite soiree, the conservatives in the Marathi industry have sounded the warning bell. The neophytes in the Marathi film and television industry will have to temper their indulgences, if they want their movies and serials to have a hassle-free release.
Courting trouble: Monday's MiD DAY report on the arrest of eight
people, including some Marathi actors, who were at the party that
spilled outdoorsMincing no words, Prasad Surve, president of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal (ABMCM), said such "public shows" would not be tolerated and the forthcoming films of those involved in the melodrama would not be given the no-objection (NOC) certificates, mandatory for their release.u00a0
The eight men were booked under section 112 and 117 of Bombay Police Act for creating nuisance near Mehendale Garage at Erandawane during the wee hours of Sunday. They were released after seeking bail on the condition of furnishing personal bond of Rs 3,000 each. The police said that four women were also among the revellers, including television actress Sai Tamhankar.
The entire incident was allegedly hushed up by senior people in the Marathi film and television industry.
Surve said quick bucks and fame accrued at a young age through performances in serials were spoiling the actors.
"As president of the ABMCM, we all condemn the incident and shall not tolerate such nonsense in the future. Marathi and Maharashtrian culture is known for temperance and modesty of style and these youngsters are spoiling this image," he said.
No NOCSurve said that the ABMCM would not furnish the NOC to a film producer unless all the cast and crew of the production were members of the body. "The actresses in the group shall not be excluded from the new rule," he said. Akshay Dutt, actor and director, said the incident was shameful and hurt the sentiments of the of Marathi audience. "These youngsters should understand that this is not Bollywood. In fact, young celebrities should be more responsible in public places."
VoicesGiven that they are public figures, do you think actors should set the standards for decorum?
In my opinion they should behave in a proper manner at public places and should not do something which may tarnish their public image. Celebrities should not forget that they have a responsibility towards the society and to their fans too.
-- Vivekanand Shandil, student, Viman Nagar
Yes, the celebrities should behave in properly when they are in public. The celebrities should know that they are not ordinary figures and their activities are closely observed by both the media and their fans. Any unpleasant activity can disappoint the fans.
-- Abhishek Shivam, media professional, Chandan Nagar
