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Roshan Pathak is an Indian casting director and animal rights activist, primarily working in the South Indian film industry. Based in Mumbai and Hyderabad, he has been involved in casting for films, web series, television serials, music videos, short films, and advertisements across multiple Indian languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Apart from his work in the entertainment industry, Pathak is known for his animal welfare advocacy, particularly in Mumbai. He has been involved in raising awareness, filing legal complaints, and supporting rescue efforts for stray animals.
Career
Roshan Pathak has worked with several notable directors, production houses, and actors in the Indian film industry. His casting work spans mainstream cinema, digital platforms, and advertising, contributing to the talent selection process for multiple pan-India projects.
(Additional details about major projects, awards, or industry recognition should be added here with references.)
Animal Welfare Advocacy
Roshan Pathak is actively involved in protecting stray animals, promoting sterilization campaigns, and advocating against animal cruelty in Mumbai. His efforts include legal complaints, awareness campaigns, and collaboration with animal welfare groups.
Campaigns Against Animal Cruelty
Pathak has played a role in highlighting and protesting against several incidents of animal cruelty in Mumbai, which have received media attention.
In March 2024, four stray dogs were found dead at Cooper Hospital, Juhu. Roshan Pathak condemned the incident and urged authorities to take action.[1]
In another case, five stray dogs were found brutally killed and dumped in a nullah in Kandivali. Pathak raised concerns about the increasing instances of animal cruelty in the city.[2]
In February 2024, an individual was accused of killing a stray dog in Antop Hill, following which an FIR was registered. Pathak has actively spoken about the need for stricter laws to prevent such cases.[3]
Sterilization and Vaccination Drives
To control the stray animal population in Mumbai and Hyderabad, Pathak has supported mass sterilization (spaying/neutering) and vaccination campaigns. These initiatives aim to reduce stray animal suffering and prevent the spread of diseases like rabies.
Legal and Awareness Initiatives
Pathak has actively promoted awareness campaigns on animal rights laws, emphasizing the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. He has urged local authorities to strictly enforce penalties against offenders and has worked to educate the public on responsible treatment of stray animals.
(If any NGO collaborations, petitions, or further legal actions are available, they should be included with citations.)
References
Mid-Day. "Mumbai: Four stray dogs found dead at Cooper Hospital." March 25, 2024. Link.
Mid-Day. "Kandivali shocker: Five dogs found killed, dumped in nullah." March 20, 2024. Link.
Mid-Day. "Mumbai FIR against Antop Hill dog killer." March 15, 2024. Link.
External Links (Roshan Pathak on IMDb)
- ^ "Mumbai: Four stray dogs found dead at Cooper Hospital". Mid-Day. 2024-03-25. Retrieved 2024-03-31.
- ^ "Kandivali shocker: Five dogs found killed, dumped in nullah". Mid-Day. 2024-03-20. Retrieved 2024-03-31.
- ^ "Mumbai FIR against Antop Hill dog killer". Mid-Day. 2024-03-15. Retrieved 2024-03-31.