Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub REACTS To Ajay Devgn-Led Chauhaan Title Controversy; Clarifies, “Dubbed Without Any Reference”

Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub recently addressed the controversy surrounding his alleged involvement with Ajay Devgn’s upcoming film ‘Chauhaan’. He clarified that he has no direct connection to the project, explaining that he had dubbed a line “without any reference” a few months ago. His voice was subsequently removed from the teaser after it sparked backlash from the Chauhan community and the Kshatriya Parishad.

The film, which is reportedly inspired by a real-life incident outside Jama Masjid involving police deployment and a sudden outbreak of violence, is scheduled to release on October 1, 2027. It marks Ajay Devgn’s first collaboration with director Aanand L. Rai, generating significant anticipation, especially since it signals his return to action films after ‘Dhamaal 4’. Scroll down to read the full story.

Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub REACTS To Ajay Devgn-Led Chauhaan Title Controversy

However, controversy arose when the teaser for ‘Chauhaan’ was released on June 25. It coincided with the birth anniversary of Ajay Devgn’s father, Veeru Devgn. The teaser featured the dialogue, “Pathaanon ko keh do Chauhaan aa raha hai,” which led to protests. Members of the Chauhan community and the Kshatriya Parishad objected to certain content, prompting the filmmakers to replace Zeeshan Ayyub’s voice with another artist within days.

Few weeks back, a film teaser released with the opening line in my voice.

I wish to put on record that I am not part of the film in any capacity.

I was asked to dub a line without any reference a few months back. I did that in good faith without asking for more as I knew the…

— Mohd. Zeeshan Ayyub (@Mdzeeshanayyub) July 21, 2026

In a statement on X, Zeeshan clarified, “I have nothing to do with the film.” He revealed that he was asked “to dub a line without any reference” a few months ago. He did so in good faith, knowing the filmmakers personally. Once he saw the context in which his voice was used, he requested that the filmmakers remove his voice. The actor reaffirmed that he has no official association with the project.

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About ‘Chauhaan’

Directed by Neeraj Yadav and produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Aanand L. Rai, and Himanshu Sharma under Jio Studios and Colour Yellow, the film is all set to release in theatres on October 1, 2027. While it is rumoured to be loosely inspired by a real incident at Jama Masjid, the makers have not officially confirmed the story’s basis.

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Also Read: Chauhaan Controversy: Ajay Devgn Starrer Teaser Faces Trouble; Kshatriya Parishad Objects To Dragging Rajput Identity Into Politics

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