New Delhi – A scene of controlled chaos erupted at the lavish ‘Nadaaniyan’ gala hosted by industrialist Mr. Sharma last night, following a dramatic and unexpected confession from Rohan Verma, the film producer and central figure in the ongoing investigation into the missing funds. Witnesses report that Verma, visibly unsteady on his feet, made a series of startling admissions amidst the elaborate champagne fountain display in the ballroom of the Imperial Hotel.

The incident unfolded shortly after 9:30 PM, as Mr. Sharma was preparing to announce a significant investment in the film industry. According to multiple sources present at the event, Verma had been consuming a considerable amount of alcohol throughout the evening. He reportedly began rambling about a “misunderstanding” regarding the diverted funds, initially dismissing any wrongdoing. However, as the champagne fountain continued to spray, he abruptly launched into a lengthy, and largely incoherent, explanation detailing his involvement in the scheme.

“It wasn’t about the money, really,” Verma reportedly slurred to a group of startled guests including Mrs. Kapoor, a prominent socialite. “It was… a creative investment. A way to fund the film, you see? A little… unorthodox, perhaps, but entirely within the spirit of the project.” When pressed for specifics, he became increasingly agitated, shouting about “artistic license” and “the director’s vision.”

Security personnel quickly intervened, escorting Verma away from the ballroom and into a private vehicle. Police were immediately notified and are currently investigating the situation. “He was clearly not in his right mind,” commented Inspector Singh, the lead investigator on the case. “We are treating this as a critical development, though we must proceed with caution given his state.”

The immediate aftermath of the incident has thrown the entire ‘Nadaaniyan’ project into uncertainty. Mr. Sharma has postponed the investment announcement indefinitely, and several key crew members have reportedly left the set. The investigation into the missing funds, which has already been plagued by inconsistencies and denials, now faces a significant, and potentially revealing, new development. As one attendee, Mr. Khanna, a long-time industry observer, stated, “This… this changes everything. Suddenly, the whole narrative feels a lot less tidy.” The coming days will undoubtedly be crucial as investigators attempt to piece together the truth behind the ‘Nadaaniyan’ scandal.