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Pankaj Tripathi Claps Back at Pankaj Jha: ‘I Never Milked My Struggles for Sympathy, Nor Claimed to Have Slept at Train Stations’

Breaking News! From the world of Bollywood, where the drama is as spicy as the food, comes a tale of two Pankajs, and no, it’s not a tongue twister!

*Hey there, fellow Bollywood enthusiasts! It’s your favorite snarky sleuth, Bollywood Newshound Nisha, back with another juicy scoop from the glittery land of Hindi cinema. Buckle up because this ride involves some subtle shade, a pair of borrowed slippers, and a whole lot of drama! 🍿

So, let’s dive into the saga involving the two Pankajs. Recently, Pankaj Jha, who graced your screens as MLA Ji in the web series Panchayat, decided to take a subtle jab at none other than Pankaj Tripathi. Yes, the same Tripathi who’s known for his stellar performances and not-so-stellar slipper-stealing skills.

Jha hinted that some actors in the industry glamorize their struggles and even swipe roles from others. This all came out during a chat with Hindi Movie News. Tripathi, however, isn’t here for the sympathy vote. He clarified, "I’ve never glamorized my struggles. Sure, my wife was the breadwinner when I was job-hunting, but I never pulled the ol’ ‘I slept at Andheri station’ card."

Here’s the kicker: Pankaj Tripathi’s life in Mumbai wasn’t the sob story you might expect. He insists that he never used his struggles to drum up sympathy.

Now, let’s rewind to why Jha might be throwing shade. During a previous interview, Jha mentioned that some actors would steal slippers and call it admiration. Oh, the irony! This seemed to be a direct reference to Tripathi’s anecdote on The Kapil Sharma Show where he admitted to keeping Manoj Bajpayee’s forgotten slippers from his hotel job days. 🍿

And here’s the plot twist! Jha was supposed to play Sultan in Gangs of Wasseypur, a role that eventually went to Tripathi, changing his career trajectory forever. So, was Jha’s comment just a case of sour grapes? When asked if there was any politics involved, Jha gave a nonchalant nod, recounting how he got a message from casting director Mukesh Chhabra but returned to find the role had slipped through his fingers.

In the end, Jha cleared the air, stating, "I never mentioned Tripathi by name in any interview. Media loves their masala and they’ll cook up whatever story they can." He also added, "Tripathi is a good friend. We’ve worked together many times. He’s my junior in the industry."

So, what’s the moral of this spicy Bollywood tale?

Nisha’s Nutshell: In Bollywood, keep your friends close, your slippers closer, and always be ready for some off-screen drama! 🎬

Until next time, stay fabulous and keep your eyes peeled for more Bollywood buzz. Cheers! 🍾

Newshound Nisha

Nisha Sharma, popularly known as Newshound Nisha, is a dedicated Bollywood news reporter who sniffs out the latest happenings in the Hindi film industry. With her keen nose for news and extensive industry contacts, she keeps readers informed about the most recent developments in the world of Bollywood.

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