Updated On: 27 January, 2026 09:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai Metro authorities flagged a video of Varun Dhawan hanging from grab handles inside a coach, citing safety concerns. The actor’s team later clarified that no fine was imposed and the metro authority has since deleted the post

Varun Dhawan
Actor Varun Dhawan recently made headlines after Mumbai metro authorities raised safety concerns after the actor was seen hanging from grab handles inside a coach. The video was shared by the Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited on X along with a warning and safe travel guidelines. The video was posted on Monday. However, the authorities pulled down the video on Tuesday.
On Tuesday, Varun Dhawan`s team issued a statement on the matter and clarified that the actor was not fined by the authorities. They also revealed that the authorities have taken down the earlier post. "We would like to address the recent reports regarding Varun Dhawan and the Mumbai Metro. We wish to clarify that no fine or penalty of any kind has been issued to Varun. The earlier post by the authorities has been taken down, and we appreciate their cooperation in clearing up this misunderstanding. Varun has the utmost respect for the city`s rules and the Metro department’s efforts. We are happy to confirm that there are no pending issues, and we thank the media for sharing this accurate update.