Jacqueline Fernandez angers 'Murder 2' producers

Jacqueline Fernandez has angered the producers of Murder 2 after failing to commit to promoting the film in Mumbai.

With the film's release just two weeks away, Fernandez has flown to London to shoot for Housefull 2. Producer Mahesh Bhatt is reportedly unhappy about the actress's absence during such a crucial time in the promotional campaign.

Mahesh Bhatt told the Mumbai Mirror: "I was angry with Mukesh and the production team. We have a premium product in Murder 2, which is now a franchise.

"The marketing should reach its peak in the last few days, but now Jacqueline has gone away. The film has a very high erotic content and hence it is important that the female lead of your film is there on every platform with you towards the end, during the promotional phase right before the audience sees it."

Defending Fernandez, a source said: "She had no choice. She was required for Housefull 2 in the last week of June and the first week of July and she just couldn't say no. Needless to say that Jacqueline did not want to ruffle feathers with the Nadiadwala camp."

In response Mukesh Bhatt told the Mumbai Mirror: "I called Sajid Nadiadwala but got no response. If I was in Sajid's place I would have let her go. They have capitalised on her casting in Murder 2 since she has only now become hot property.

"Hereafter, I will ensure that I have a legal bound contract with every actor that they have to be actively involved in the promotion of the film," he added.

Starring Emraan Hashmi, Murder 2 is scheduled for release on July 8.