Veteran actress Mandakini has recalled the controversial photograph of her with underworld don Dawood Ibrahim that circulated years ago, clarifying that she was not invited by him and that she had travelled to Dubai for a show before heading to the Sharjah cricket match, where the photograph was captured.

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Mandakini said the speculation and reports that followed the photograph were beyond her control. She explained that, as an artist, she met and interacted with several people without treating anyone differently.