A veteran producer Vashu Bhagnani the conflict has been reported David Dhawan and Ramesh Taurani on the songs ‘Chunari Chunari’ and ‘Ishq Hona Hai’. Bhagnani has opened up about his long relationship with Taurani and David. In a specific statement, Bhagnani said he has largely avoided discussing industrial relations in public, but recent events forced him to share his perspective after suffering hurt, disappointment and broken trust.The controversy has intensified with David Dhawan’s upcoming directorial ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’, starring him. Varun Dhawanwill be released in theaters on June 5.Reflecting on his early years in the business, Bhagnani said his relationship with the Taurani family dates back to before he entered the film industry. He explained that before launching Pooja Films and Pooja Entertainment, he was already established in the audio cassette industry and had built significant connections in the entertainment sector.“Before entering films, I built a successful audio cassette manufacturing business and established strong relationships in the entertainment industry. My association with the Taurani family began through the music business, especially with Kumar Taurani. Later, I ventured into film production through Pooja Films and Pooja Entertainment, building my own projects, partnerships and productions independently,” said Bhagnani.One of the anecdotes Bhagnani recalled was Coolie No. 1 was a hit. He revealed that he gifted cars to director David Dhawan and actor Govinda as a token of appreciation after the film’s success. According to him, Tips was a 50 percent partner in the project, and proposed to do the gesture together.“I believed that success should be shared with the people who created it. When I proposed to gift cars to David Dhawan ji and Govinda ji together, Ramesh ji didn’t want to be a part of it. So I went ahead on my own because I felt it was the right thing to do,” said Bhagnani.He added that the section reflects a principle he has followed throughout his career: recognizing and rewarding people who contribute to the success of a project.He added that the section reflects a principle he has followed throughout his career: recognizing and rewarding people who contribute to the success of a project.Bhagnani also addressed what he called misconceptions about industrial relations and professional histories. Referring to his long-standing relationship with David Dhawan, he stated that they have collaborated on many successful films over the years.“People can check the records themselves. I worked with David Dhawan ji from the beginning of my production journey and they made several successful films together. It took Ramesh Taurani 31 years to sign David Dhawan for his first live venture, which reflects the chronology of our journeys,” he said.According to Bhagnani, the timeline of events shows the professional relationships he nurtured and the partnerships he built over his decade-long career.The producer also stated that while he chose not to speak publicly for years, he now feels compelled to present his side of the story.“There comes a time when silence is mistaken for acceptance. I’m only sharing my side of the story and the events as I’ve experienced them. Some actions over the years have felt like a betrayal of trust, and I think it’s important to put my perspective on the record,” he said.While he declined to elaborate on all the facts, Bhagnani said that certain developments involving people he once considered close associates left him deeply upset.A significant portion of his statement focused on royalties and future income related to the films and music he helped create. Bhagnani proposed that in the future, if significant profits are generated from the music associated with his productions, those benefits should be shared among the actors, directors, writers and creative professionals who contributed to those projects.Specifically, he acknowledged several artists and collaborators, including the late David Dhawan By Satish Kaushik and his family, Rumi Jaffery, Amitabh Bachchan, Govinda, Salman KhanAkshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu, Anil Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan and Sushmita Senamong others“The film industry is a family, and Pooja Entertainment has always been a family. Together we have celebrated successes, faced failures and created memories that audiences continue to cherish. If there is ever any royalty or profit from this music, I would love to reach out to the actors, directors, writers and actors who have always stood by me and believed that I should share these films. Appreciation shouldn’t just be talked about, it should be demonstrated,” added Bhagnani.He stressed that his remarks should not be seen only through the prism of legal disputes or property disputes. Instead, he described them as reflections on gratitude, fairness and recognition for those who played a role in his professional career.“Cinema belongs to a group. If films continue to create value, the people who helped create that value should never be forgotten,” he concluded.Bhagnani concluded his statement by thanking the many actors, filmmakers, technicians, distributors, exhibitors and creative professionals who have contributed to his career. He also extended his appreciation to PVR INOX Pictures, paying tribute to the many individuals and organizations associated with its cinematic legacy.The statement came shortly after Pooja Entertainment dismissed reports claiming a legal standoff with PVR INOX Pictures over an alleged ₹100 crore refundable advance related to *Mission Raniganj*, *Ganapath* and *Bade Miyan Chote Miyan*. In an Instagram post, the production house called the reports “completely false” and stated that its relationship with the exhibition giant remains cordial.At the same time, Pooja Entertainment is said to be pursuing a separate ₹400 crore case against Tips Industries and David Dhawan in the Bombay High Court. Lawsuits 1999 *Biwi No. 1* alleges unauthorized use of the intellectual property of the film in the upcoming release *Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai*.
