YRF casting director Shanoo Sharma encounters fresh allegations of uncivil conduct, with Isha Talwar remarking, "Consider the extent of fear."
In a series of recent allegations, Shanoo Sharma, the casting director of Yash Raj Films (YRF), has been accused of rude behavior and unprofessional casting practices. One of the most notable accusations comes from actress Isha Talwar, who claims that during an audition, Sharma asked her to perform a "weird" and uncomfortable task without proper preparation or a suitable space.
During her audition for a role with YRF, Isha Talwar was asked to perform a crying scene in front of Shanoo Sharma and some of her assistants at the restaurant Mia Cucina in Versova, Bombay. The request, Isha claims, shattered her confidence as a young actress in the film industry. She refused to perform the task and did not get the role. Isha believes that actors should be given a good casting office space to audition, or if a real location is needed, it should be paid for and properly arranged.
Isha Talwar is known for her roles in Mirzapur, Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo, and Article 15. She recently responded to the allegations, stating that if no one wants to reveal their identity, one can imagine how much fear there must be. She also mentioned that she is lucky to have come to a point in her life where she has enough work being offered.
Actor Abhinav Shukla also shared his experience with Shanoo Sharma, recalling an encounter early in his career where she insulted him by telling him he was "a good-looking guy but that’s it, spark is missing," despite his efforts.
These allegations have sparked widespread discussion and criticism against Shanoo Sharma and YRF's casting practices, highlighting concerns about the treatment of actors during auditions. However, there is no information indicating an official response from Shanoo Sharma or Yash Raj Films addressing these specific accusations in the current search results.
A comment made by a social media user, who claims to be part of the YRF team, supports Isha's claims, describing Shanoo Sharma as someone who "breaks people" by telling them they are not good enough and accusing her of maintaining a hardened, unkind approach towards actors and assistants. This comment surfaced on Reddit.
Isha Talwar's allegation against Shanoo Sharma is not the first of its kind. The comment also states that the studio is built on "shattered expectations and rude behavior towards" many. As the conversation continues, it is hoped that Yash Raj Films and Shanoo Sharma will address these allegations and work towards creating a more respectful and professional environment for all involved. Isha Talwar, for her part, has yet to receive a response from Shanoo Sharma regarding her allegations.
In the midst of the allegations against Shanoo Sharma, Isha Talwar's audition for a YRF role at Mia Cucina in Versova, Bombay, involved a peculiar request to perform a crying scene, which Isha believes undermined her as a young actress. Isha Talwar, who has gained recognition in Bollywood through her roles in shows like Mirzapur and Article 15, expressed her concern that entertainment industry celebrities should be provided with a suitable space for auditions, or if real locations are necessary, they should be paid for and properly arranged.
