The controversy surrounding the WhatsApp group "Alo Ashbei" has shaken Actors Equity Bangladesh, leading to show-cause notices being issued to two executive members, Sazu Khadem and Urmila Srabonti Kar.

“Everyone is free to use their words as they wish, but it’s disheartening to see behaviour that doesn’t sit right with me,” shared Siam Ahmed. The actor is equally as shocked as his other colleagues in the fraternity after the exposé of the WhatsApp group ‘Alo Ashbei’, which became the talk of the town as some of its members are veteran actors of the industry.

Addressing a particularly disturbing comment in the group chat suggesting "hot water treatment" for dissenters, Sadia expressed her shock. She said, "I was surprised to see a senior artiste write such a thing. It shows their small-mindedness."

The leaked conversations quickly sparked public interest and debate, shedding light on some of the artistes' perspectives during the heated demonstrations.