Actress Digangana Suryavanshi has hit back at accusations of extortion and breach of trust levelled against her by Manish Harishankar, director of the web series Showstopper. Suryavanshi has filed a defamation case and a police complaint against Harishankar, strongly denying his claims.
Digangana Suryavanshi SLAPS defamation notice against Showstopper director Manish Harishankar after he accuses her of extortion and criminal breach of trust: “A cheap publicity stunt”
Digangana Suryavanshi calls allegations “Twisted imagination”
In a statement, Suryavanshi called Harishankar’s narrative a “twisted imagination” and a “cheap publicity stunt.” She claims his accusations are an attempt to deflect blame for his inability to sell the show after two years.
Digangana Suryavanshi’s lawyer CLARIFIES business dealings
Suryavanshi’s lawyer provided a detailed explanation of the situation. According to the statement, Suryavanshi secured Akshay Kumar’s permission to appear as a presenter for ‘Showstopper’ under a formal business contract. However, Harishankar allegedly failed to fulfill his obligations under the agreement.
The lawyer further clarifies that the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) drafted between Suryavanshi and Harishankar was a legitimate business document, not a tool for extortion. Suryavanshi reportedly fulfilled her obligations by securing the presenter but faced further delays due to creative changes requested by Harishankar.
Digangana Suryavanshi DENIES financial misconduct
The statement also refutes claims of Suryavanshi receiving any money from Harishankar for the presenter arrangement. It clarifies that her travels were for business purposes and not personal gain. Additionally, the lawyer denies any possession of an iPad belonging to Harishankar.
Digangana Suryavanshi takes legal action against false accusations
Suryavanshi’s lawyer has outlined various legal sections under which Harishankar is being charged. These include sections related to defamation, criminal intimidation, breach of trust, and cheating. Suryavanshi possesses evidence of all communication regarding the business deal, and legal action will be pursued against the spreading of false information.
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