Ceiling Collapse on Film Set Injures Arjun Kapoor, Jackky Bhagnani, and Crew
The incident occurred during a song shoot for 'Mere Husband Ki Biwi' at an aging Mumbai location, raising safety concerns about filming infrastructure.
- The ceiling at Imperial Palace, Royal Palms in Mumbai partially collapsed during the second day of a song shoot for 'Mere Husband Ki Biwi'.
- Actors Arjun Kapoor, Jackky Bhagnani, and director Mudassar Aziz sustained injuries, along with several crew members, including a camera attendant who suffered a spinal injury.
- The collapse was reportedly triggered by vibrations from the sound system, exacerbated by the deteriorating condition of the old structure.
- Choreographer Vijay Ganguly noted that the incident could have been catastrophic if the entire ceiling had fallen, though safety measures were insufficiently verified beforehand.
- The India Cine Employees (FWICE) has written to government officials to address recurring safety issues at filming locations, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations.