1. Hrithik Roshan – Kangana Ranaut Controversy: This highly publicized dispute began in 2016 when Kangana Ranaut claimed that Hrithik had dated her and later denied it. Hrithik countered by accusing Kangana of hacking his email and sending emails under his name. The legal battle became messy and involved a lot of public back-and-forth between the two actors. Eventually, the case was closed without a clear resolution.
2. Alleged Link-up with Barbara Mori: Rumors of Hrithik having an affair with his “Kites” co-star Barbara Mori surfaced in 2010. These rumors were never confirmed, but some speculate that they contributed to the strain in his marriage to Sussanne Khan, which ultimately led to their divorce in 2014.
3. Kaabil Release Controversy: The release of Hrithik’s 2017 film “Kaabil” coincided with Akshay Kumar’s “Rustom.” This led to accusations of a deliberate clash between the two films, affecting their box office performance. Some also criticized the content of “Kaabil,” claiming it glorified vigilantism.
4. Krrish 3 Plagiarism Allegations: Hrithik’s superhero film “Krrish 3” (2013) faced accusations of plagiarizing a Hollywood movie. The claims were never proven, but it did leave a negative mark on the film’s reputation.
5. Blackface in Dhoom 2: Hrithik’s portrayal of a character with darkened skin in the 2006 film “Dhoom 2” stirred controversy. Critics argued that it perpetuated racist stereotypes and was insensitive.
6. Tax Evasion Case: In 2012, Hrithik was caught up in a tax evasion case. However, he paid the dues and cleared his name, proving no wrongdoing.