TV actor Karanvir Bohra on Wednesday said he has been detained at Moscow International Airport due to passport issues and Indian embassy in Russia has contacted the authorities.
The actor, who is in the city for MacCoffee Bollywood Film Festival, took to Twitter to share the news.
"So bummed... waiting at #moscowairport coz my passport is a little damaged. They (are) contemplating to deport me back to India
The official Twitter handle of Embassy of India in the Russian Federation responded, saying "Embassy officials are in touch with Russian authorities regarding the issue."
He replied, "Thank you so much.... much much appreciated. Always good to know that I'm looked after by my @IndEmbMoscow."