Aishwarya, who had flown into Mumbai from Chennai for a day to dub for J.P. Dutta's "Umrao Jaan", does not know whether to laugh or fume at the allegation.
"Yes, my performance at IIFA was called off but not because I had money issues. People have to make up stories, spice up the truth just to create a sensational story. But the truth, I am afraid, is far less exciting.
"The reason why I couldn't perform was because Mani Rathnam's shooting just didn't allow me to get away long enough to rehearse and then fly down to perform," said the actress.
However, in a flash-decision, Aishwarya has decided to go to Dubai for IIFA after all. She is leaving for Dubai Wednesday to attend the premiere of her film "Provoked".
Said Aishwarya: "But not to perform. I'll be there for the screening of my film 'Provoked'. That was something I had to attend. Fortunately, Mani could let me go for just one day. I will attend the screening of 'Provoked' followed by press conferences.
"Then I am back in Chennai on 15th morning to join Mani for his shooting. Of course, I won't be there for the main event. But what to do?"
Sounds hectic!
"By now I am used to keeping impossible schedules. I hardly get time to be home with my family," Aishwarya remarked.
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