Director Ali Abbas Zafar has accused producer Vashu Bhagnani of failing to pay him ₹7.3 crore for the underperforming film Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, which had a budget of ₹350 crore but grossed under ₹100 crore. Pooja Entertainment disputes the claim, stating the dues are subject to offsets. Meanwhile, FWICE reveals Bhagnani owes ₹65 lakh to crew members across multiple films.