Major Controversies That Shook Bhojpuri Cinema Over The Years
From MMS leaks to abuse allegations, Bhojpuri cinema has witnessed several shocking controversies involving prominent actors.
Trisha Kar Madhu’s private MMS leak in 2021 sparked massive backlash. Akshara Singh accused Pawan Singh of abuse and threats, leading to legal battles.
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Bhojpuri cinema has been at the centre of several major controversies over the years. From private MMS leaks and rape accusations to domestic abuse allegations and secret marriage claims, the industry has seen it all.
Trisha Kar Madhu’s private MMS leak sparked massive backlash in August 2021. A private video of her in a compromising position with her boyfriend leaked online. She claimed it was recorded secretly by a roommate early in her career and leaked as industry sabotage after she refused certain demands. The incident led to ongoing legal battles. Trisha publicly condemned the leak and urged fans to delete it. She also highlighted the poor treatment of women in Bhojpuri cinema.
Akshara Singh accused Pawan Singh of abuse, threats and career sabotage. They were in a rumored romantic relationship after Pawan’s first wife’s suicide in 2014. The relationship ended around 2018-19 amid bitter fallout. Akshara accused him of physical abuse, threats to kill her if she left, forcing her to sign a “contractual relationship” agreement, and circulating her obscene photos and videos online after she tried to end it.
Akshara filed an FIR against Pawan in 2019 for defamation, threats, and sharing vulgar content. She claimed he beat her multiple times and nearly caused her death. She alleged he demanded she touch his feet before stage performances and controlled her career. His second wife Jyoti later claimed Akshara was three months pregnant by him. Pawan has denied deep involvement, stating he never said “I love you” to anyone and remains silent on specifics.
In 2026, Akshara slammed double standards, noting Pawan dates multiple women without scrutiny while she’s constantly questioned about their past. She expressed frustration over career damage and seeks no further association. This comes amid Pawan’s ongoing divorce from Jyoti involving similar abuse claims.
Pawan Singh’s second wife Jyoti accuses him of torture and infidelity. Pawan married Jyoti Singh in 2018 after his first wife’s suicide, but their union turned turbulent, leading to divorce filings around 2022. The couple’s public feud escalated in 2025, with ongoing cases in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh courts involving maintenance and alimony disputes. Jyoti accused Pawan of giving her abortion pills twice, physical and mental torture, neglect, and infidelity.
The industry has repeatedly made headlines for all the wrong reasons over the years.