Recently, Bollywood veteran Jackie Shroff approached the Delhi High Court, filing a petition to protect the unauthorized use of his name, surname, and iconic dialogues without his consent. He sought a legal order to prevent anyone from using elements related to his persona without permission, emphasizing that such actions would violate his personality and publicity rights.
Krishna Abhishek Exempted from the Order
In light of this legal action, there was concern that comedian Krishna Abhishek, known for his spot-on imitations of various Bollywood stars, including Jackie Shroff, might no longer be able to portray the actor in his performances. Krishna has often delighted audiences by mimicking Shroff’s unique style and mannerisms on numerous reality shows, leading fans to wonder if this would come to an end.
Jackie Shroff’s Personal Call to Krishna
However, in an interview with ETimes, Krishna revealed that Jackie Shroff personally called him after the legal proceedings. During the call, Shroff not only granted him permission to continue the imitation but also praised Krishna for his talent. According to Krishna, Shroff made it clear that he was the only artist allowed to imitate him, showing his admiration for Krishna’s performances.
Jackie Shroff’s Praise on The Kapil Sharma Show
This isn’t the first time Jackie Shroff has expressed his approval of Krishna’s work. During an episode of The Kapil Sharma Show, Shroff humorously praised Krishna, saying, “My acting is even better than my acting, I did not know that I am like this.” He affectionately called Krishna “my child,” encouraging him to continue making people laugh with his impersonations.
Krishna’s Recent Performance Leaves Everyone Surprised
In a recent episode of Laughter Chefs, Krishna even imitated Jackie Shroff in front of his daughter, surprising many viewers who were unaware of the exemption granted by Shroff. With the situation now clear, fans can look forward to more of Krishna’s hilarious and respectful tributes to the beloved actor.