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Bigg Boss 16: The frustratingly foolish farce continues, but why is the MeToo accused Sajid Khan still inside the house?
Bigg Boss 16 has been in the news for all the wrong reasons ever since it began, mainly due to the participation of the MeToo accused Sajid Khan. Why is he still inside the house despite repeated protests?

Sherlyn Chopra files police complaint against MeToo accused Sajid Khan, says Bigg Boss makers ignoring her plea
Sherlyn Chopra had accused Sajid Khan of sexual harassment earlier as well. The filmmaker’s participation in this year’s Bigg Boss drew angry reactions from industry people like Ali Fazal and Sona Mohapatra.

From Ali Fazal to Sherlyn Chopra, celebrities who have called out #MeToo accused and Bigg Boss 16 contestant Sajid Khan
Sajid Khan’s participation in Bigg Boss 16 has created an uproar on social media, with demands of his immediate eviction. Ali Fazal has too spoken up on the same.

Sona Mohapatra condemns protests that stopped Ranbir-Alia from visiting Ujjain temple
Expressing her concerns over a video of the Ranbir-Alia Ujjain incident circulating on the internet, Sona Mohapatra has called the protest “a sick and dangerous precedent”.

Award winning documentary Shut Up Sona screened at IFFM
The International celebration of my documentary shows that the theme of Shut Up Sona transcends cultures and geographies," says Sona Mohapatra

Abhishek Bachchan, Vaani Kapoor, Tamannaah Bhatia, Taapsee Pannu officially flag off Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne now in its 13th year this morning has officially been flagged off by an array of stars of Indian cinema at a iconic landmark venue in Melbourne, Australia.

Powerful and gifted artists like Sona deserve equal space, respect and opportunities says Arjun Gourisaria
The National Award-winning editor says working on the ZEE5 documentary 'Shut Up Sona' was a great learning experience.

Fearless artists who have dared to voice out their opinions
These five celebrities have taken controversies in their stride.

Sona Mohapatra birthday: From Ambarsariya to Jiya Laage Na; here are some of her best tracks
Sona Mohapatra began her playback career with the 2006 film Family: Ties of Blood. However, it was only with the 2013 track Ambarsariya that audiences began to recognise her potential.

Lata Mangeshkar passes away: Veteran singer's most enduring songs, from 1940s to 2000s
From 'Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna Hai' to 'Mera Saya Sath Hoga', Lata Mangeshkar has lent a range of moods to a wide variety of timeless melodies.

Vanraj Bhatia, veteran music composer and Padma Shri awardee, passes away aged 93; Farhan Akhtar, Smriti Irani offer condolences
Bhatia debuted as a music composer with Shyam Benegal's directorial debut Ankur in 1974. He collaborated with Benegal for several films including Manthan, Bhumika, Junoon, Kalyug, and Mandi.

AR Rahman's measured response to Masakali 2.0 acknowledges an era where original music and remixes must coexist
While AR Rahman did not even mention 'Masakali 2.0', he urged fans to listen to his original version as it was a labour of love from scores of artists.

Richa Chadha, Anubhav Sinha, Hansal Mehta among others express concern over Delhi violence; call for peace
Richa Chadha, Rekha Bhardwaj, Anubhav Sinha, Raveena Tandon, Shruti Seth, Sandhya Mridul, Sona Mohapatra, Hansal Mehta, and Nikkhil Advani have expressed their anger at Delhi violence that has claimed at least 27 lives

Sneha Shetty on being Rohit Shetty's Chief AD and discovering her own directorial voice through music videos
Sneha Shetty has been Rohit Shetty's Chief Assistant Director but also credited with directing music videos like 'Naagin,' 'Hermosa,' and 'Ankahee.'

Sona Mohapatra criticises NCW for shutting Anu Malik's sexual harassment case: 'Zero concern for women'
National Commission for Women has closed Anu Malik's case “due to lack of communication/substantial evidence"

Himesh Reshammiya joins Indian Idol 11 as new judge following Anu Malik's exit amid #MeToo allegations
Anu Malik withdrew his name from the show in the face of #MeToo allegations against him by singers Sona Mohapatra, Neha Bhasin and Shweta Pandit

Sandeep Vanga Reddy called out by Sona Mohapatra, Vikramaditya Motwane for comment on Hyderabad rape case
Sona Mohapatra responded to Sandeep Vanga Reddy saying he should stop glorifying toxic masculinity in his films like Arjun Reddy and Kabir Singh, in order to set an example.

Anu Malik steps down as Indian Idol 11 judge; says, 'Will get back only after I have cleared my name'
Sona Mohapatra told Firstpost: 'Multiple women have spoken up about Anu Malik in the public domain, and it is sad and appalling that Sony took us all for granted and for so long. I believe this victory is for all of us to celebrate. The second wave of #MeToo is here and it’s #TimesUp .'

Tanushree Dutta questions Neha Kakkar's silence over Indian Idol-Anu Malik #Metoo row
Tanushree Dutta who initiated the #MeToo movement in India has now shared her views about Anu Malik being reinstated as a judge on Indian Idol.

Sona Mohapatra replies to Anu Malik's open letter: You have no right to be showcased on TV till you make amends
Anu Malik had stepped down as the judge of Indian Idol last year, following multiple allegations of sexual harassment