• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • HOME
  • REVIEWS
    • TRAILERS
  • BUSINESS
  • CELEBRITIES
  • HOLLYWOOD
  • REGIONAL
  • TV
  • MUSIC
  • TOP LISTS

Bollywood Presents

Exotic locations where popular Bollywood movies were shot

You are here: Home / Celebrities / Bollywood sexual harassment: Women speak out about Indian cinema’s open secret

Bollywood sexual harassment: Women speak out about Indian cinema’s open secret

December 14, 2017 by BollywoodPresents Team

bollywood rapes

Bollywood sexual harassment: Women speak out about Indian cinema’s open secret and say that unmasking of abusive men in industry is long overdue.

The casting couch is one of Indian cinema’s most open secrets, although more actors have started talking about it, after Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s crimes came out in the open. Though none of the Indian actors who spoke on the topic could identify an offender similar to Harvey Weinstein, they all agree that unmasking of abusers in the Indian media and entertainment industry was long overdue in India, the world’s largest producer of films.

There is a deeply entrenched culture of actors – mostly women, but some men – being pressured to exchange sexual favours for roles and the promise of fame. It is always very subtle. People try to insinuate that there are 10,000 girls for one role – so what can you do?”

“Now I understand why in the olden days the actresses used to take their mothers on shoots,” says Bollywood actor Swara Bhaskar.

“They make situations uncomfortable and load choices in a way where if women want to get ahead, you have to do certain things,” says Bollywood actor Tisca Chopra.

“In terms of awareness of the laws, girls who come from small towns with big dreams – they face maximum exploitation,” says Amit Behl, the senior joint secretary of the Cine and TV Artists Association in Mumbai.

Also Read: Priyanka Chopra’s mom’s advice to newcomers.

This year, a shocking allegation roused the women of one Indian film industry into action. In February 2017, in Kerala (home to Malayalam film industry), a prominent female actor was bundled into a car and sexually assaulted for several hours before being dumped on the street.

Police arrested Dileep, a Mollywood superstar, for allegedly orchestrating the kidnapping and assault (though he denies the charges).

“All the big actors went and met with him, said everything would be fine. Some industry figures attacked the victim, suggesting she was lying or might have staged the crime for publicity,” says a shocked Padmapriya, a National Film Award-winning Mollywood actor.

The same whisper networks that trafficked warnings about Weinstein in the US also exist in India. Off-the-record, Bhasker reeled off a dozen household names in Bollywood who are regarded as “serial harassers”.

It is an industry where actors have to wear any kind of dress or do intimate scenes and people assume, if you’re up for doing that, then what’s the big deal?

Women in Cinema Collective aims to advocate for women, but also provide counselling, legal advice and a formal redressal mechanism for when accusations of sexual harassment or assault arise. Actors are now becoming more open about it, complaining, expressing their ire on social media, going to the cops.

Related Posts:

  • Choreographer Ganesh Acharya accused of forcing…
  • Representation of women in Bollywood Films
  • Here's how Bollywood is shooting intimate scenes…
  • Women in Bollywood films: Gaining prominence & stardom

Filed Under: Celebrities

RELATED POSTS

SRK and Arjun Rampal in RA.One

What went wrong between Shah Rukh Khan and Arjun Rampal

Shah Rukh Khan and Arjun Rampal were best friends in Bollywood at one time, but their equation changed after Ra.One. Arjun and SRK completely distanced themselves from one another, while their wives continued to be best friends. However, the two were seen hugging each other at an awards show Arjun became a part of Shahrukh […]

best bollywood celebrity pets

Top Bollywood movies on Dogs & Animals

While there are several movies in which dogs have featured, these are some of the films where the dog had a prominent role. Entertainment (2014): Akshay Kumar film where the dog is actually the real star. Akshay’s late billionaire father will his entire estate to a dog (named Entertainment). He tries to kill the dog […]

Srinidhi Shetty

Miss Supranational Srinidhi Ramesh Shetty is also the most desirable woman of 2016

The gorgeous Srinidhi Ramesh Shetty from Bengaluru has everything working in her favour — beauty, brains and style. I guess a career in film industry is not far away for her now. Srinidhi won the title of the most Desirable Women 2016 (based on the votes received online on www.itimes.com/polls). Few months back Srinidhi was […]

movie business

Does big box office collection mean the economy is doing good?

Big box office collection may not mean the economy is doing good because a lot of people still go to watch movies to enjoy a few stress-free hours during a slowdown. Recently film trade analyst Komal Nahta pointed out that on October 2 (Gandhi Jayanti), a national holiday, three films – War, Joker and Sye […]

Kangana Ranaut: Loves Travelling More than Acting

National Award winning actress Kangana Ranaut has acted in one of the most popular travel based Bollywood films ‘Queen’, but did you know that Kangana herself is addicted to traveling? She loves traveling, is a globetrotter, and makes sure she visits at least three new places every year. And shed doesn’t mind going all alone, […]

koffee with karan

Aamir Khan goofs up on Koffee With Karan, says Shabana Azmi is Javed Akhtar’s daughter

Aamir Khan embarrasses himself on ‘Koffee With Karan’, says Shabana Azmi is Javed Akhtar’s daughter during rapid fire round. Koffee With Karan is one of the most popular TV shows in India. Its hosted by Bollywood’s top filmmaker Karan Johar, and the other reason that the audience love to watch the show is because the […]

muhammad ali

Indian Film Industry’s Brush With Boxing Legend ‘Muhammad Ali’

Bollywood celebrities mourned the death of legendary former heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali. Some recall their brush with the boxing great. Not many Indians may have actually watched Muhammad Ali in a boxing match (even on television), but his aura, his mannerisms and his accomplishments ensured that every body knew his name. Motivational speakers around […]

AIB controversies

Latest ‘AIB’ Video Mocks Legends ‘Sachin’ & ‘Lata’, And the Hunter Now Becomes Hunted

The controversial comedy group AIB (All India Bakchod) is back with another video, and this time it mocks the two most respected and revered legends in our country – Sachin Tendulkar and Lata Mangeshkar, and Bollywood is not at all amused. The number of times these guys get into trouble (over celebrity ‘roasting’) probably suggests […]

Mystery Shopping: Secret Shoppers check service standards and employee integrity

Mystery shopping / secret shopper jobs pay you to shop. Does that sound too good to be true? Read more to know if these are legitimate jobs or scams. Getting paid to shop or to buy a certain brand? How nice that would be! Seems like a dream job but if you are a mystery […]

srk family

‘Chand Tare’, the song that listed SRK’s dreams, and guess what, all of them have come true

‘Chand Tare’, the popular song from Yes Boss (1997) had lyrics that spoke of the heroes desire to conquer the world. And guess what, all of them have come true for the ‘Baadshah’ of Bollywood. The song had powerful lyrics (written by Javed Akhtar) and had words like – Jo Bhi Chaahon Woh Main Paaon, […]

Primary Sidebar

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING?

RECENT POSTS

movie trailers

Top Forthcoming Bollywood Movies (& Trailers): Upcoming Entertainers for 2021

Want to know when the next entertainer of your favorite star is going to be released? Want to plan … [Read More...] about Top Forthcoming Bollywood Movies (& Trailers): Upcoming Entertainers for 2021

National Museum of Indian Cinema (NMIC)

Social Impact of Bollywood on Indian culture

Movies are one of the most influential tools of communication and society does learn a few things or … [Read More...] about Social Impact of Bollywood on Indian culture

bollywood rapes

Representation of women in Bollywood Films

Women in Bollywood films have been subject to stereotypes and objectification, and appeared in … [Read More...] about Representation of women in Bollywood Films

Music Scene in Saudi Arabia

How's the music Scene in Saudi Arabia. Is it really frowned upon? Read more here. Young musicians in … [Read More...] about Music Scene in Saudi Arabia

Shabana Azmi

Shabana Azmi: One of the finest actors of Indian cinema

Shabana Azmi, an alumnus of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) of Pune, made her film … [Read More...] about Shabana Azmi: One of the finest actors of Indian cinema

war movie

Here’s how much Hrithik Roshan was paid for his 2019 hit film ‘War’

Hrithik Roshan is a superstar in Bollywood and is among the highest paid actors in the film … [Read More...] about Here’s how much Hrithik Roshan was paid for his 2019 hit film ‘War’

sooryavanshi movie

Bollywood facing losses of 5000+ crore due to pandemic lockdown

Almost everybody associated with the film industry is despondent about the future. With COVID-19 … [Read More...] about Bollywood facing losses of 5000+ crore due to pandemic lockdown

Money Scandals

Indian film celebrities caught in Tax Controversies

In Bollywood and other film industries in India, there's a saying that "there's no business like the … [Read More...] about Indian film celebrities caught in Tax Controversies

celebrity endorsements

It’s 2020 and Bollywood is still obsessed with fair skin

Makers of the upcoming movie 'Khaali Peeli', starring Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter, are facing … [Read More...] about It’s 2020 and Bollywood is still obsessed with fair skin

Kangana Ranaut's pali hill office

BMC demolish illegal constructions by Bollywood actors & filmmakers

BMC begins the demolition of illegal alterations to Kangana Ranaut's office in Bandra. The … [Read More...] about BMC demolish illegal constructions by Bollywood actors & filmmakers

Amazon Fashion

Useful Read

  • Who coined the term ‘Bollywood’?
  • Dadasaheb Phalke (Father of Indian Cinema)
  • Evolution of Hindi Films
  • Social Impact of Bollywood on Indian culture

Footer

Upcoming Bollywood Movies

  • Love Aaj Kal Movie
  • Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele Movie
  • Hawayein Movie
  • Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan Movie
  • The Hundred Bucks Movie
  • BHOOT: Part One – The Haunted Ship Movie
  • Haunted Hills Movie
  • 'O' Pushpa I Hate Tears Movie
  • Guns Of Banaras Movie
  • Thappad Movie

Bollywood Movie Reviews

  • Malang Review
  • Jawaani Jaaneman Review
  • Panga Review
  • Street Dancer 3D Review
  • Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior Review
  • Chhapaak Review
  • Good Newwz Review

Top Celebs

  • Ajay Devgn
  • Kajol
  • Saif Ali Khan
  • Shraddha Kapoor
  • Varun Dhawan
  • Deepika Padukone
  • Kangana Ranaut
  • Tabu
  • Aditya Roy Kapur
  • Disha Patani
  • Rajinikanth

About Us

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Write for Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Disclosure
  • Sitemap
  • Newsletter

Copyright © 2022 · News Pro on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in