However, Imtiaz’s statement on Deepika’s casting for Cocktail went viral. The filmmaker issued a clarification to clear misunderstandings. On Instagram Story, Ali addressed Padukone as ‘my dearest and loveliest’. Calling her his ‘safe option for humour’, the director said, I think you will never misunderstand my wannabe fun remarks because you more than anyone else know how much I love you, admire you, understand you, appreciate you.” He further added that his statement might be misunderstood by her, hence he requested her not to be hurt by his words.
