AICWA (All Indian Cine Workers Association) has demanded FIR agaist filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali after the tragic death of a crew member, Chandradhari Singh Yadav. The incident took place during the shoot of upcoming movie, Love & War, in Mumbai.
AICWA demands FIR against Love & War director Sanjay Leela Bhansali
On Wednesday, AICWA wrote to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, asking the registration of an FIR against Bhansali, Rs 1 crore in compensation for the deceased's family and a high-level investigation into the matter, highlighting past fatalities as well.
AICWA president Suresh Shyamlal Gupta wrote the letter to the Chief Minister. The letter read, "The incident has raised serious concerns regarding the implementation of workplace safety measures on film shooting sets."
"Despite the film being a large-scale production featuring prominent actors such as Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt, mandatory safety norms were not followed on the set, resulting in the unfortunate death of a worker. Had the required safety measures been strictly implemented and enforced, this tragic incident could possibly have been avoided," it further read.
Date: 23 June 2026
— All Indian Cine Workers Association (@aicwaofficial) June 23, 2026
To
Honourable Shri Devendra Fadnavis
Chief Minister
Government of Maharashtra
Subject: Request for Registration of FIR Against Producer Sanjay Leela Bhansali and the Production House for the Death of Worker Chandradhari Singh Yadav During the Shooting of Love… pic.twitter.com/9XayOgitFD
Referring to past incidents, Shyamlal mentioned, "This incident is not isolated. Over the years, several serious incidents have been reported on film sets associated with filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali: During the production of Devdas (2000–2001), worker Dindayal Yadav lost his life, another worker sustained serious injuries, and in 2001, worker Subhash Morkar also reportedly died during the same production."
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He noted, "During the production of Padmaavat, worker Mukesh Dakiya, aged 34, reportedly died in a workplace accident. Most recently, during the production of Love & War, Mr. Chandradhari Singh Yadav lost his life on 17 June 2026."
The letter stated, "Ensure payment of Rs 1 crore compensation to the family of the deceased worker, Mr. Chandradhari Singh Yadav. Provide suitable employment or financial assistance to the widow of the deceased. Ensure long-term financial support and full responsibility for the upbringing, welfare, and future security of his two daughters until they are married and financially independent."
For the unversed, the filmmaker is yet to respond to the letter.