Mumbai: In an interesting turn of events, the accused who slapped Gauhar Khan at India’s Raw Star finale had claimed it was a publicity stunt. Akil Mallik who was a member of the audience had accused Gauhar of wearing short clothes despite being a Muslim, made lewd comments and then physically assaulted her. Yesterday a clip surfaced where he claimed that he was paid in order to slap the actress on stage.
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Earlier, Gauhar Khan had gone ahead to hold a press conference and speak about the issue. This time too she didn't hold back her views on the claims. In a statement made by the actress, she said, "This is my one and only response to the most ridiculous claim made by an accused who attacked me, went to jail for it and came out only to prove even more what a threat he is to normal living in India for girls, and also the weak stature even the media gives to a girl who especially belongs to the film or TV world."
