Anupam Kher Claims ‘Best Friend’ Anil Kapoor Got Him Fired From Mr India, Says Boney Kapoor Kept Him in the Dark

Actor Anupam Kher has made a startling revelation about losing his role in the 1987 blockbuster Mr India, claiming that his “best friend” Anil Kapoor was responsible for getting him dropped from the film. Speaking candidly in a recent interaction, Kher said the experience left him hurt, especially because he was kept unaware of the decision until the final stages.

According to Kher, producer Boney Kapoor did not directly inform him about being removed from the project and only told him at the last minute, leaving little room for discussion or clarification. The actor suggested that professional equations and creative choices often strain even the closest friendships in the film industry.

Despite the setback, Kher said he chose to move on without holding grudges, acknowledging that such experiences are part of an actor’s journey in Bollywood. Mr India went on to become a cult classic, with Anil Kapoor’s performance as Arun Verma earning widespread acclaim.

Kher’s revelation has reignited discussions about behind-the-scenes dynamics in Bollywood and how career-defining decisions can sometimes come at a personal cost, even among close friends.