Mon Feb 03 12:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Bollywood Star Neil Nitin Mukesh Detained at New York Airport Over Nationality

**NEW YORK, NY** – Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh recently recounted a frustrating experience at a New York airport where he was detained and questioned for nearly four hours about his nationality. Despite presenting his Indian passport, immigration officials initially refused to believe he was Indian.

Mukesh, known for his roles in films like *Hisaab Barabar*, currently streaming on ZEE5, stated he was not given a chance to fully explain his situation before being held. He ultimately resolved the issue by suggesting the officers “Google” him. This seemingly embarrassed the officials, leading them to inquire about his family background, which includes his famous grandfather, Mukesh, and father, Nitin Mukesh, both legendary playback singers.

The incident highlights the sometimes-challenging experiences faced by international travelers, even those with prominent public profiles. Mukesh’s current film, *Hisaab Barabar*, a satirical action comedy directed by Ashwni Dhir and also starring R Madhavan, Kirti Kulhari, Rashami Desai, and Faisal Rashid, is unrelated to this incident but is currently available for streaming.

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