Its easy to demonize the PH and absolve others because we are attached to the actor(s) not the PH.
The reality is PH will protect its interests, actors will protect theirs. Its an uncomfortable, yet symbiotic relationship. Neither PH nor the actors can expect to mollycoddle a forum that is extremely fickle and existential in nature. Every little flick of finger or toss of hair generates disproportionate reaction in the forum.
Why would Barun not negotiate? Its his bread and butter. Why would PH deliberately leak news that damages its already battered reputation? Yes, they have poor PR skills but they are not imbeciles.
There are too many cogs in this wheel and too many operatives who have self appointed themselves as protector, and insider of IPK.
None of these negotiations, counter negotiations and silence of the PH or the actor surprises me. Its natural. Barun is considering his options. PH is in negotiations with him and together they are trying to figure out what to do next. Until they do, they have nothing to share. Yes, a simple statement that we are in negotiations with the said actor and that we will announce any outcome by xyz date will help settle the rumor mill. Perhaps, the PH underestimates its influence. But that is simply ignorance or lack of foresight, not a criminal offence.
I feel they are being cautious by not posting any statement. I was one of those who demanded an explanation when the rumor mills first churned. However, when I realized that the negotiations are real and not mere gossip, I can totally understand their need to hold fort while discussions wrap up. That is how businesses should operate.
In our hurry to absolve our beloved actor(s), we are looking for ways to pin the blame on others. I think we should all take a deep breath and wait this one out.
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