- Shilpa Shirodkar recalls a bizarre incident where her fake death was publicized during the shoot of Raghuveer.
- Her family was left in panic after reading false headlines claiming she was shot.
- The rumour was allegedly planted by the film’s producer as a sensational marketing tactic.
In a candid interview, veteran actress Shilpa Shirodkar reflected on a troubling moment from her early career when news broke out falsely claiming she had been shot dead during the filming of Raghuveer in 1995.
Shilpa later discovered that the fabricated news was reportedly part of a publicity stunt engineered by the film’s producer, aiming to draw attention to the movie.
Fake Death Headline Was No Accident, Says Shilpa Shirodkar on 1995 Controversy
The rumour began shortly after the release of Bewafa Sanam, at a time when Shilpa was steadily building her career. A headline boldly claiming her death stunned fans and colleagues alike, even leading bystanders at the Manali film set to question whether the woman shooting was truly her. The confusion was real, and so was the fear among her loved ones.
Shilpa recounted the era’s challenges, pointing out how stars were often the last to know about publicity strategies involving their own image. “Back then, we didn’t have control over narratives,” she remarked. With no phones or social media to counter misinformation quickly, actors were at the mercy of whatever headlines were published.
Today, such a stunt would be deemed reckless and unethical. The incident serves as a reminder of how far the industry has evolved in its handling of media relations and artist protection. Shilpa’s revelation also highlights the emotional toll such rumours can take on an artist and their family.
On the professional front, Shilpa is returning to the silver screen with Jatadhara, a bilingual supernatural thriller. The film explores ancient mysteries tied to the Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple and features Sonakshi Sinha and Sudheer Babu. For Shilpa, this marks a significant re-entry into cinema after a long hiatus, and she will reportedly play a pivotal role in the story’s mythological arc.
Shilpa Shirodkar’s story sheds light on a strange chapter in Bollywood history, reminding us how misinformation—intentional or not—can carry real consequences.
“In the age of information, ignorance is a choice.” — Donny Miller
