Addressing fan queries across social media and Apurba's official fan club following the announcement that Bangladeshi actor Chanchal Chowdhury has joined the cast, Gupta issued a detailed statement on Sunday (October 4, 2026). The director explained that because the narrative explores events occurring before those of the original film, 'Chalchitra: The Frame Fatal', Apurba's antagonist character naturally cannot feature in this storyline. Expressing deep appreciation for Apurba’s performance and dedication in the original project, Gupta rejected assumptions that the actor was replaced or written out, assuring audiences that should a future sequel extend the narrative chronologically past the first installment, Apurba’s character will return to the franchise.