The Mollywood industry is witnessing a bitter public feud between producer Badusha and actor Hareesh Kanaran over a significant financial dispute. The controversy revolves around an alleged transaction of Rs 20 lakh, with both parties presenting starkly contradictory narratives, escalating the matter beyond private disagreement into a full-blown public spat.
Badusha Breaks His Silence With Strong Denial
After maintaining silence for several days, producer Badusha chose Instagram to issue his first public statement, directly countering the allegations made by Hareesh Kanaran. In a detailed post, Badusha firmly rejected the core accusation that he borrowed money from the actor and failed to return it.
He also explicitly denied ever asking for a settlement to resolve the issue. The producer revealed his side of the communication breakdown, stating, “I called Hareesh and his wife. They did not pick up the phone. That same day, I called Nirmal and discussed everything.”
Expressing his indignation, Badusha questioned the possibility of a settlement after public humiliation. He made a significant announcement, declaring his intent to reveal everything in front of the media after the release of his upcoming film ‘Rachel’. He concluded his post by thanking his supporters and accusing the other side of using paid writers to attack him.
The Heart of the Controversy: Conflicting Stories
The dispute came to light when actor Hareesh Kanaran publicly claimed that producer Badusha had not returned a sum of Rs 20 lakh given to him. Hareesh's allegations, however, extended beyond just the money. He asserted that Badusha also reneged on a promised opportunity in cinema, adding a professional grievance to the financial one.
Hareesh provided a timeline, explaining that he had provided dates for films, including 40 days for a project titled 'ARM'. It was during this committed period that he requested the return of his money. The actor emphasized that he had waited for three to four years without pressing for repayment, only doing so when he needed funds for his ongoing house construction.
“They only kept saying they would give it, but no payment ever came, and things just dragged on,” Hareesh stated, describing a pattern of unfulfilled promises. According to him, communication from the film's team eventually ceased. A personal meeting with actor Tovino Thomas revealed that the makers claimed Hareesh was himself not answering calls, a point Badusha's statement seems to echo but from the opposite perspective.
Failed Mediation and Escalating Tensions
Attempts were made to mediate the bitter disagreement privately. Hareesh Kanaran disclosed that fellow actor and producer Idavela Babu tried to intervene and broker peace between the two parties. Unfortunately, this effort did not yield a resolution, leading to the current public airing of grievances.
With Badusha's latest statement, the conflict has entered a new phase. His promise of a full revelation post the release of 'Rachel' indicates this issue is far from over and will likely resurface. The industry and fans are now left with two irreconcilable accounts, waiting to see if any concrete evidence emerges or if the war of words will continue to dominate headlines.
The core facts remain contested: the nature of the Rs 20 lakh transaction, the broken promise of a film role, and the sequence of failed communications. Until either party presents documented proof, this controversy stands as a stark reminder of the personal and professional disputes that can simmer within the film industry.
