Updated On: 06 February, 2026 11:45 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The latest release of the Epstein Files has sparked fresh controversy after Indian-American author Deepak Chopra and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap were named in email exchanges. While Chopra issued a detailed clarification, his remarks drew sharp criticism from actress Richa Chadha

Richa Chadha and Deepak Chopra
The US Department of Justice recently released a new batch of documents pertaining to the Epstein Files. Several new names have surfaced in the documents and email exchanges between late convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and others. The latest documents also mention Indian-American author Deepak Chopra. While Chopra reacted to his name appearing in the emails he allegedly wrote, it has led to further discussion on social media. Actress Richa Chadha also criticised Chopra over the issue.
Richa Chadha took to social media to reshare Chopra’s statement and expressed her disapproval. She wrote, “If life makes you a Deepak, be a Mohammad, not Chopra. (vomit emoji)”