[17], There were reports of mass sexual assaults during the 2018 New Year's celebrations in Bangalore, which have been associated with #MeToo. "[96], In December 2018, Sajid Khan was suspended from IFTDA (Indian Film and Television Director's Association) for one year, following the accusations of sexual assault against him from three women. [83] The other three founders, Kashyap, Motwane, and Mantena, all issued statements on Twitter confirming the company's disbanding and moving on to independent projects. Crime Scene: The Vanishing At The Cecil Hotel Review, Terms of Use and Grievance Redressal Policy. [174], Mustafa also expressed her reservations about the tone and tenor of the Me Too movement on social media. D'Souza noted that "They knew he abused power but nothing came of it. [172][173], Mustafa has spoken of justice as a concept where an innocent man is not supposed to be framed, even if it means the guilty get away. Our time to speak is now – when we don’t have to run to a police station to lodge a complaint before anyone would give us a hearing. [107] The Cine and TV Artists Association (CINTAA) sent Mr. Nath a show cause notice on Vinta Nanda's post. [14] Trends Desk of The Indian Express wrote that many Indian men are speaking up as a part of #MeToo, including discussions about consent and how some men are also abused. Justice Jasti Chelameswar had said that the Supreme Court did not follow due process while hearing the sexual harassment charges against the Chief Justice of India. [39] On 6 October 2018, Dutta filed an FIR at Oshiwara police station against actor Nana Patekar, director Rakesh Sarang, choreographer Ganesh Acharya, and producer Sami Siddiqui. Similarly, accusers have also been the target of countersuits from the accused, even as they often have social support and added coverage from the media. Bina Paul, Artistic Director of the International Film Festival of Kerala, talks about pulling off a live festival in these virtual times. "[149] Pandey continued, "The woman cannot be punished for raising (her) voice against the sex abuse on the pretext of criminal complaint of defamation, as the right of reputation cannot be protected at the cost of the right of life and dignity of woman as guaranteed in the Indian Constitution. She tried to push him away, but could not, Vidya says. Refrain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or inflammatory, and do not indulge in personal attacks, name calling or inciting hatred against any community. On 16 November, several weeks after the MSWC issued a warning to Patekar, his lawyer Aniket Nikam released a statement refuting the allegations, stating, "All allegations against him (Nana Patekar) are false and far from the truth". [110][111] A few women described their allegations anonymously, but Singer Chinmayi used her Twitter account to highlight the instances of intimidation and harassment she suffered at his hands. ETimes is an Entertainment, TV & Lifestyle industry's promotional website and carries advertorials and native advertising. A key point of her criticism was the movement's 'inability to differentiate between a man who is guilty of rape and sexual assault from a man who solicited a woman with a drink, or an unacceptable text message', arguing it offers the same 'punishment' for all. Akbar himself was not present, but was represented by Senior Advocate Geeta Luthra. [4] What began as one woman's story soon became a phenomenon when the names of powerful men in the country started surfacing. [139], In mid-October, a 41-page letter was written to Delhi's chief metropolitan magistrate by Akbar, which accused journalist Priya Ramani of defaming him on scandalous grounds. [32] She also alleged that filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri had told her to remove her clothes and dance with Irrfan Khan to act on the sets of Chocolate. The court said that it would record his statement on 31 October 2018. Based on the recommendation of the ICC, which has said that he should stay away from campus duties pending an inquiry, he will be sent on leave from Monday. ... Twitter blocks 1,398 ⦠", "Comedians slam Pune café owner Khodu Irani over sexual harassment allegations", "High spirits, but only for men: Women come forward alleging rampant sexual harassment at Pune bar - Firstpost", "Mahesh Murthy: A #MeToo moment too many? [173] Govind Krishnan V of Firstpost concurred with Mustafa's sentiments and additionally stated that one limitation of the movement in India was that it shuts itself from constructive criticism, which would help to strengthen the movement. The incidents were initially dismissed by the police until someone uploaded CCTV footage of the assaults to social media. The story also detailed how the company failed in its internal handling of sexual harassment charges that came to its notice.[168]. "[149][150], On 16 October 2018, Rahul Gandhi, president of the INC, accepted NSUI national president Fairoz Khan's resignation after he was accused of sexual harassment. It was not until her September 2018 statements that the CINTAA apologized to Dutta, admitting that the "chief grievance of sexual harassment wasn't even addressed [in 2008]", but added that since the case was more than three years old, they could not reopen it. [113] On 15 October 2018, he made an official video statement saying that he found the allegations against him unfounded and challenged his accusers to take legal action against him. CINTAA secretary general Sushant Singh noted that the group's EC (Executive Committee) "unanimously voted him out." In December 2018, the Indian Film and Television Directors Association (IFTDA) announced that it was suspending Sajid Khan for a year due to the multiple sexual harassment allegations, by actresses Saloni Chopra and Rachel White and journalist Karishma Upadhyay.[123]. [36], In an interview, Tanushree said "He (Nana Patekar) called the MNS (Maharashtra Navnirman Sena) party to bash up my car. In an interview aired on youtube channel of Zoom Saloni Chopra detailed her account of sexual harassment and misconduct by Sajid Khan. An assistant producer on Indian Idol 5, Danica D'Souza, has been reported as saying that the producers knew of Malik's harassing behaviour, but previously had not taken it seriously enough. [109], Vairamuthu, Tamil poet, lyricist, author, and a recipient of various awards including the Padma Bhushan and Sahitya Akademi Award, was accused of sexual misconduct and sexual harassment by several women singers and artists from the Tamil film industry. In the days prior, a petition had been signed by 106 students, both current students and alumni of SCMC, who gave "graphic details of years of alleged harassment and abuse at the hands of the SCMC director," as reported by NDTV. When Vidya tried to brush him off politely, Gaurav reportedly said that what he had in mind was 'nothing naughty' and he 'just wanted to get into a bathtub with her.' When asked if the organization should have allowed its Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) to handle the case, Singh responded that the ICC had not yet been completely trained in POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) on how to "hear cases, take a deposition, cross-question, among many other things," and that they had to follow their "current provisions" for now. The actress revealed that Arjun had made unwelcome advances towards her during the making of Nibunan (2017), by often changing the script to include more physically intimate scenes. [95] On 15 October 2018, The Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association issued a show cause notice to Khan, which read "Your...actions have brought disrepute to Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association,". Alumni of the Symbiosis Centre for Media and Communication (SCMC) in Pune took to social media to share harrowing accounts of harassment by some faculty members and their seniors; about 25 students and alumni of the college shared their ordeals, charging two faculty members and some senior students with harassment and molestation. Much like her acting career, where she has shown diverse shades throughout, Ms. Sruthi boasts of a very interesting fashion album through her social media feed. [152] A three-judge internal investigation committee had given him clean chit[153] but was severely criticised for being opaque, unfair and one-sided, thus violating principles of natural justice. ", "Why Are We Still Calling Sexual Harassment 'Eve-Teasing' In India? Check out these 15 celebrities who absolutely hate committing to the boob prison and support Free the Nipple movement. Khan denied the charges but stated he was stepping down as it was hurting the party's image. [139] They also said that the institution failed to take concrete action against the accused faculty members. Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, Vikas Bahl and Madhu Mantena dissolve their production company", "Phantom Films Dissolved; Anurag Kashyap Says, 'All Dreams Come To An End'! [124] His Instagram account as of June 24, 2020 has blocked users to post any comments. [102][103][104][105][106] On 15 October 2018, Nath sued Nanda for defamation, asking for a written apology and ₹1 as compensation. "Devil may care" goes the popular quote but in this case, the devil might actually pause to soak-in some of Sruthi Hariharan's deftness and rugged charm. Please Click Here to subscribe other newsletters that may interest you, and you'll always find stories you want to read in your inbox. [171] The movement has since resulted in major social consequences for several of those accused, such as firing or resignation from their jobs, condemnation and disassociation from members of their respective industries, and indignation against their actions from their fans and/or the public at large. Happy Birthday, Sruthi Hariharan! Here we go: Image Courtesy: Sruthi Hariharan's Instagram. Anirudh began to reinterpret music for âmassâ hero films from Kaththi.Just as AR Rahmanâs âOruvan Oruvanâ from Muthu was a completely different introduction song for Rajinikanth, âPakkam Vanthuâ had a trippy and free-flowing structure that is very different from, say, âPattu Onnuâ from the earlier Jilla.The songs from this phase sound sophisticated. Instead, he wants to punish women", "There Is A History Of Using SLAPP Suits To Silence Women", "Akbar-Ramani Case: How a Journalist Was Tried for Saying #MeToo", "MJ Akbar, stop with the lying. Vidya Yeravdekar, principal director of SIU, said, "There was already an internal complaints committee, which had been set up to look into the allegations raised in the past, some of which were against Siddhartha... some of the allegations were shocking and we immediately referred it to the ICC, who called him on Saturday for investigations. She ended the article affirming the power of the solidarity and union of his female victims, who would be vocal against him in court proceedings: "The same sisterhood of solidarity that held our hands through the darkest times of our lives will come out only because you continue to be brazen. "[98], In October 2018, veteran character actor Alok Nath was accused of rape by TV producer Vinta Nanda who worked with him in the TV show Tara in the mid-1990s. Ramani said she was "deeply disappointed" with Akbar's decision to take legal action against her. [92] Actor Akshay Kumar also made a statement on Twitter, confirming Sajid's stepping away and also halting shooting of the film until further notice. Copyright © 2021 Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved |, Delhi Times, Aurangabad Times, Maharashtra Times, Subscribe to get the latest news across Entertainment, Television and Lifestyle. [85] Several comedians within his circle, including Kunal Kamra and Tanmay Bhat, knew about his habit of harassing underage girls but opted to keep quiet and work with him. The movement needs deeper forms of engagement and a collective will to develop a self-critical discourse which can generate essential kind of intellectual spade work." But it would be fair to say that the saree is easily on the top of the list. [163], On 21 October, the university decided to send Anupam Siddhartha, director of SCMC, on leave pending an inquiry. He has filed a Rs 5 crore defamation case against her. He was behind everything and was supported by choreographer Ganesh Acharya". However, that problems don't seem to have deterred her and one surely hopes that she only more strength. [6][9][10] Others have suggested there was underlying public anger over a Delhi rape conviction that was overturned by Judge Ashutosh Kumar a month before against filmmaker and writer Mahmood Farooqui, ruling that a "feeble no" was not enough to revoke consent because it was typical for one partner to be less willing. [9][11] Activist Jasmeen Patheja, head of Blank Noise, stated #MeToo's power is in demonstrating India can no longer ignore the scope of the problem. Several eminent personalities from legal fraternity[159][160] including two retired Supreme Court justices questioned the in-house panel's decision. A journalist named Pawan Bharadwaj, was seen thrashing the car's windshield with his camera, and later clarified that he attacked her car because earlier, he had a fight with Dutta's team. Chinai eventually won the legal battle in an "unprecedented landmark verdict", and a restraining order was passed against Malik. [5][8] Some have likened #MeToo to a 2012 social movement which followed a violent gang rape in New Delhi that later resulted in a woman's death, which caused the Indian government to institute harsher punishments for rape. Your subscription is confirmed for latest news across Entertainment, Television and Lifestyle newsletters. After staying away from public eye for a year Sajid Khan returned to social media on April 16, 2020. 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[94] On 14 October, it was announced that Farhad Samji, who co-directed Housefull 3, would be replacing Sajid Khan as the director. Sonam Kapoor Ahuja (pronounced [soËnÉm kÉËpuËr ]; née Kapoor; born 9 June 1985) is an Indian film actress who works in Hindi films. [20] Sarkar has defended The List, saying that she posted it only to warn her friends about professors and academics to avoid (mostly upper-caste men), and had no idea it would become so popular. Gaurav then came to her room unexpectedly, she says, and dropped his pants and tried to sexually assault her. (Photo: ZEE5 Premium/Twitter) The second season of Ravi Dubey and Nia Sharma's web series Jamai 2.0 promises to be a thrilling ride. Chhabra has denied the charges, telling a newspaper that he would pursue "every possible legal action to protect my reputation." [84], On 7 October 2018, stand-up comedian and popular YouTuber Utsav Chakraborty, who worked as a freelancer with the comedy group All India Bakchod, was accused of sending women lewd messages and photos via social messaging apps. SUBSCRIBE NOW to get the latest news, gossip on your favourite stars & oven-fresh movie reviews from top reviewers right in your inbox. Niilam Paanchal makes her transgender 'maasi' feel special on Women's Day, Exclusive! 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Britney Spears. In a statement, KWAN said," We have asked Anirban Blah to forthwith step aside from his duties, activities and responsibilities at KWAN, its subsidiaries and affiliates with immediate effect." [87] On 10 October 2018, comedienne Kaneez Surka accused Aditi Mittal, who had appeared on the All India Bakchod Knockout, of 'forcefully kissing her on her mouth without consent' and that she was triggered by Mittal championing the cause of the movement. The same cover story also detailed a harrowing account of sexual misdemeanor by TV anchor, Gaurav Sawant,[169] against journalist Vidya Krishnan. A self-reliant and vocal actor, Ms. Sruthi has often run into troubles for her progressiveness and outspoken nature. He noted that a "high power internal complaints committee, consisting of the vice-chancellor, dean, registrar and the director of the institution, has been constituted." [35] The assistant director of Chocolate, Sattyajit Gazmer, also denied Tanushree's claims. It’s only then, that institutions like CINTAA, IFTDA (Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association) and Screenwriters Association (SWA) will achieve the status they deserve. ", "I felt like he was overpowering me, which is why in my panic I started screaming," Vidya's response managed to drive Gaurav off, who pretended as if nothing had happened the next day. The Me Too movement in India is a manifestation of the international Me Too movement that began in late 2018 (and continues to the present day) in areas of Indian society including the government, the media, and the Bollywood film industry. This beautiful orange six-yards of elegance can perhaps only be matched the sheer ease with which she carries the overall look. He was accused by a female member of the INC from Chhattisgarh. [6] Kaimini Jaiswal, a lawyer at the Supreme Court of India, stressed the importance of teaching women how to read, especially in rural villages, because most women in these areas are illiterate and completely financially and emotionally dependent on a male relative. "[146], Also on 18 October, Akbar's hearing for his defamation case began at the Patiala House Courts in Delhi. Here is a list of all those accused. She also demanded protection, as she feared for her life. As one of the most outspoken and self-assured actors working in the industry, Ms. Sruthi's career has seen it all - from bona fide critical & ⦠[18][21] Writers Rhea Dangwal and Namrata Gupta responded that most victims from the list were poor students who tried to go through official channels without success or recourse, while every single man on the list has the ability to defend himself socially and legally. ", "#MeToo: Know the laws that protect you from sexual assault and harassment", "#MeToo helps spark wider conversation around sexual abuse in India", "Asia | Blame victims and the West – India's way of justifying sexual assaults? In response to Alok Nath's lawsuit, on 15 October Vinta Nanda's lawyer responded: "She will not be intimidated by threats and defamation suits which are primarily meant to delay and distract from the gravity of the allegations." *Sruthi Hariharan named Kannada actor Arjun Sarja during the #MeToo movement. Nanda responded to the expulsion by applauding the decision, saying that "at the end of the day we all have to acknowledge that we are answerable and accountable to our governing bodies. [148] In the ruling, Judge Ravindra Kumar Pandey wrote, "Despite how well respected some persons are in the society, they in their personal lives, could show extreme cruelty to the females," and "The time has come for our society to understand the sexual abuse and sexual harassment and its implications on victims. 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[143], On 16 October, journalist Tushita Patel (wife of Aakar Patel, director of Amnesty International India) published an article on Scroll.in detailing instances of sexual harassment by Akbar during meetings with him in the early 1990s, when Akbar was the editor-in-chief of the Deccan Chronicle, and Patel was a senior sub-editor. [140] Ramani faced up to two years in prison if Akbar was successful in the criminal defamation case. Shortly afterward, women from across the world began talking about their survivor stories. Nia Sharmaâs latest look in white is too hot to handle. [97], On 19 October 2018, casting director and first-time film director Mukesh Chhabra was suspended by the Fox Star Studios India company from directing their Bollywood remake of The Fault in Our Stars (titled Kizie Aur Manny, later Dil Bechara) pending an inquiry against him over sexual harassment allegations. While Bhat's suspension was lifted, he was barred from holding the position of CEO and Khamba was let go of. ", "It's officially a week since India's #MeToo movement started. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by marking them offensive. [24] As per the account published in the magazine, Krishnan alleged that during a reporting trip to the Beas in Punjab, Sawant tried to repeatedly molest her. He has filed the case jointly with his wife Ashu Nath. [37] In a video from 2008 that went viral on the internet, goons are seen thrashing Tanushree's car.
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