Why The Apprentice Director Has Been Dropped From CAA and Entertainment 360? Find Out the Allegations Made Against Ali Abbasi

As a die-hard admirer of Ali Abbasi, the creative genius behind “The Apprentice,” I’ve been following the recent developments with great interest. It seems that after a storm of allegations regarding inappropriate behavior at a Golden Globes afterparty, where he was accused of groping a well-known actor, things have taken an unexpected turn. Rumors suggest that this incident has strained his relationship with CAA and Entertainment 360 to the point of severance. The tension culminated in him parting ways with his agency. This turn of events is truly disheartening for those, like myself, who cherish his work.

It’s been said that the incident happened at the Golden Globes afterparty hosted by the CAA, where it’s claimed that a tipsy Abbasi is said to have made unwanted advances towards a high-profile actor represented by the agency. According to reports, the CAA then allegedly requested an apology from the director, but there are different stories circulating about whether he was told not to reach out to the alleged victim directly instead.

It’s undecided whether Abbasi left his own representation or was compelled to do so, but it’s certain that as of January 27, he is exclusively managed by LARK in the UK. Furthermore, Abbasi is no longer associated with PR firm The Lede Company, and it appears this separation occurred due to the end of his contract post-The Apprentice release. Similarly, he has separated from law firm Granderson Des Rochers, but those close to him state this choice is unrelated to recent incidents. So far, the law firm hasn’t responded to inquiries for comment.

Abbasi has not yet publicly commented on the groping allegation specifically. However, when asked about his separation from CAA and Entertainment 360, he said, “I can indeed verify that I’ve chosen a new path for my career. I appreciate the work both CAA and Entertainment 360 have done, especially their dedication to ‘The Apprentice,’ which remains a project I hold dear. I eagerly anticipate sharing my future plans when the right moment arrives.

In light of ongoing developments, it’s unclear if Abbasi will continue his career in Hollywood. If he decides to speak more about the accusations, we’ll update this story accordingly.

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2025-02-22 08:37