New Delhi, Feb. 6 -- Manoj Bajpayee has stepped in to clarify the intent behind the controversial title Ghooskhor Pandat, hours after filmmaker Neeraj Pandey issued a public statement following mounting backlash and a police case linked to the film.

Sharing Pandey's note on X, Bajpayee said he had taken public concerns seriously and used the moment to reflect on whether the team had unintentionally caused hurt. Stressing that the film should not be read as a commentary on any community, the actor said his role was limited to portraying a morally flawed individual within a fictional narrative.

According to Bajpayee, the character he plays is defined by personal choices and shortcomings, not by caste or community identity. He added that h...