Rohit Shetty Picturez has issued an official clarification addressing reports circulating across online and digital media platforms regarding Golmaal 5. The production banner has categorically denied claims suggesting that the upcoming instalment of the popular comedy franchise is inspired by or based on the 1980 film Do Aur Do Paanch, terming such reports as “factually incorrect, misleading and completely untrue”.
In a formal statement, the company has urged media houses, publications, portals, and digital platforms to refrain from publishing or circulating unverified information. The communication further stresses that any news, updates, or clarifications related to filmmaker Rohit Shetty or Golmaal 5 must be verified with the production house or its official PR agency, Universal Communications, prior to publication.
The statement also warns that strict legal action may be taken against outlets that continue to circulate unverified or incorrect information. Additionally, Rohit Shetty Picturez has requested that inaccurate reports already in circulation be corrected or taken down at the earliest, reiterating the importance of journalistic accuracy and responsibility.
The communication read:
Rohit Shetty Picturez
Statement for Golmaal 5
We wish to issue a strict clarification regarding certain news reports currently circulating across online and digital media platforms claiming that Golmaal 5 is inspired by or based on the film ‘Do Aur Do Paanch’.
We categorically state that these reports are factually incorrect, misleading and completely untrue.
We strongly request all media houses, publications, portals, and digital platforms to refrain from publishing or circulating unverified information.
Any news, update or clarification pertaining to Rohit Shetty or Golmaal 5 must be verified with us or the official PR representatives – Universal Communications, prior to publication or Strict Legal action will be taken.
We expect your cooperation in maintaining journalistic accuracy and responsibility. We also request that incorrect reports currently in circulation be corrected or taken down at the earliest.