Ektaa Kapoor issues warning against FAKE casting calls: ‘Balaji Telefilms Never…’

Ektaa Kapoor has issued a public clarification on behalf of Balaji Telefilms, cautioning aspiring actors and directors about fraudulent casting calls circulating online under the company’s name. The production house released an official statement on Friday, February 27, addressing the growing misuse of its identity.

In the statement, Balaji Telefilms alerted the public to fake social media accounts and unauthorised individuals allegedly using the company’s name to promote false casting opportunities for upcoming television serials, web series, and films. The company made it clear that it has no connection with these misleading activities.

The statement read, 'To Whomsoever It May Concern, Balaji Telefilms Limited hereby issues this formal clarification to notify the general public that several unauthorised individuals and fraudulent social media accounts are currently misusing our corporate identity to publish false casting opportunities for our upcoming TV serials, web series, and motion pictures. We unequivocally disassociate ourselves from these unrelated entities and strongly condemn any attempt to exploit the ambitions of aspiring actors and directors through such deceptive practices.'

Company Urges Public to Stay Alert

Balaji Telefilms further advised individuals to verify any information only through official sources. The company strongly urged people not to interact with unverified accounts claiming to represent or be associated with the production house.

The statement also clearly states that Balaji Telefilms does not charge any registration, audition, or monetary deposit for casting. It emphasised that no formal agreements are issued without prior in-person meetings at the company’s official premises.

'Please be advised that Balaji Telefilms never solicits registration fees, ‘audition charges,’ or any monetary deposits, nor do we ever issue formal agreements without conducting prior in-person meetings at our official premises. All legitimate recruitment and casting for our projects are conducted exclusively through our verified channels and official casting directors; therefore, we urge the public to exercise extreme caution, verify all credentials, and refrain from sharing personal data or funds with any unverified representatives claiming to act on our behalf,” the statement added.

Rising Concern Over Online Scams

This clarification comes at a time when the entertainment industry is facing increasing concerns over fake casting calls and online scams. Many newcomers have reportedly been targeted by individuals who misuse the names of well-known production houses to collect money or personal information.

Through this public warning, Ektaa Kapoor and Balaji Telefilms have attempted to protect aspiring talent from falling victim to such fraudulent activities. The company has once again reminded everyone to rely only on verified and official communication channels for any casting-related information.