The Powai hostage crisis has shocked Mumbai's entertainment community. At the center of the incident, 38-year-old Rohit Arya, who held 19 people—including 17 children and a senior citizen—hostage in an acting studio, allegedly misrepresented himself as someone linked to the film industry.

IFTDA response

In response to the tragedy, the Indian Film & Television Directors' Association (IFTDA) released a firm statement, making it clear that Arya had no association with the Indian film or television industry.

"He had no verified credentials or background"Condemning the incident, IFTDA expressed "deep distress" over the misuse of the film industry's name in such a crime. The association stated, "The Indian Film & Television Directors' Association (IFTDA) expresses its strong condemnation and

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