Monday , November 25 2024

Director breaks silence on crew member’s death on set, says ‘rumour…’

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On 14th November 2024, a tragic incident happened on the sets of the popular TV show Anupama. Camera assistant Ajit Kumar died. The show’s producer Rajan Shahi has issued an official statement on this tragic incident.

He wrote that Director Kut Production and Shahi Production Private Limited have been working in the TV industry for the last 18 years. Our team has produced shows like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Bidaai and Anupamaa. This is the result of hard work and dedication of our more than 300 people.

camera assistant got electrocuted

On November 14, apprentice camera assistant Ajit Kumar died due to accidental electrocution on the sets of ‘Anupama’ in Film City. He had accidentally picked up the light rod and camera together and was not even wearing slippers for safety. The DOP (Director of Photography) present on the set called it ‘human error’. After the incident, Ajit was taken to the hospital and given immediate treatment, but unfortunately we could not save him.

He further said that we immediately arranged flight tickets to bring Ajit Kumar’s family from Patna to Mumbai. We took full responsibility of his hospital and medical expenses. Apart from this, we helped the family to return to Patna and also gave compensation. The insurance amount will be given to their nominee.

We will take action against those spreading rumours.

The safety and well-being of all our team members has always been our priority. This accident is a big shock for us. We pray to God that Ajit Kumar’s soul rests in peace. He further said that some people are spreading rumors regarding this incident. We give a clear warning that if this is not stopped then we will take strict legal action against such people.

We have also informed the Producers Guild of India, Indian Film and Television Producers Council (IFTPC), Indian Motion Pictures Producers Association (IMPPA) and Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) about the incident.