It was one of the most talked-about controversies of the mid-2000s — a reported altercation between Esha Deol and Amrita Rao during the shooting of ‘Pyaare Mohan’. For a long time, both actresses chose to remain silent, letting rumors swirl. However, in a rare moment of candor, Esha finally broke her silence and confirmed the incident. She revealed that the clash occurred after Amrita allegedly abused her in front of director Indra Kumar and the crew after pack-up. Feeling deeply disrespected, Esha admitted that she instinctively reacted to defend her dignity — a moment that would go on to become a headline-grabbing chapter in Bollywood’s behind-the-scenes history.
Amrita Rao apologised, says Esha Deol
Esha Deol candidly shared in a conversation with Times Of India, "Yes, I slapped her because she crossed a line. It was a matter of self-respect. I have no regrets because, at that moment, she deserved it for her behaviour." She emphasized that her reaction was purely an emotional response to an unacceptable situation, and not something she would ordinarily do. According to her, it was important to stand up for herself in front of her team.
Esha Deol hopes for smooth professional ties
Addressing how things stand now, Esha Deol said that Amrita later realized her mistake and apologized. "She apologised to me, and I forgave her. Everything is fine between us now," Esha Deol clarified. She added that although she hasn’t shot with Amrita since that schedule, she believes professionalism will prevail moving forward. Esha Deol also stressed that she chose to speak out now because of the strange stories making the rounds, wanting to set the record straight herself.
Not a habit, insists Esha Deol
When asked if she loses her temper easily, Esha Deol responded firmly, "It’s not in my nature to behave like this unless provoked." She pointed out that she had previously worked smoothly with actresses like Lara Dutta, Celina Jaitly, and Bipasha Basu without any issues. Esha Deol concluded by saying she has her parents’ full support and is focused on maintaining her professionalism.
Amrita Rao apologised, says Esha Deol
Esha Deol candidly shared in a conversation with Times Of India, "Yes, I slapped her because she crossed a line. It was a matter of self-respect. I have no regrets because, at that moment, she deserved it for her behaviour." She emphasized that her reaction was purely an emotional response to an unacceptable situation, and not something she would ordinarily do. According to her, it was important to stand up for herself in front of her team.
Esha Deol hopes for smooth professional ties
Addressing how things stand now, Esha Deol said that Amrita later realized her mistake and apologized. "She apologised to me, and I forgave her. Everything is fine between us now," Esha Deol clarified. She added that although she hasn’t shot with Amrita since that schedule, she believes professionalism will prevail moving forward. Esha Deol also stressed that she chose to speak out now because of the strange stories making the rounds, wanting to set the record straight herself.
Not a habit, insists Esha Deol
When asked if she loses her temper easily, Esha Deol responded firmly, "It’s not in my nature to behave like this unless provoked." She pointed out that she had previously worked smoothly with actresses like Lara Dutta, Celina Jaitly, and Bipasha Basu without any issues. Esha Deol concluded by saying she has her parents’ full support and is focused on maintaining her professionalism.
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