News for '-metoo'

Controversy-hit Housefull 4 gets release date!

Controversy-hit Housefull 4 gets release date!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Housefull 4 will hit the theatres next Diwali.

'Fight like a girl': Thousands rally across US on 2nd Women's March

'Fight like a girl': Thousands rally across US on 2nd Women's March

Rediff.com21 Jan 2018

Take a look at the sea of women who came out...

NSUI prez quits over sexual harassment charges

NSUI prez quits over sexual harassment charges

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Khan said in his resignation letter that he has decided to step down since the charges against him are hurting the party's image.

Indian sports' 'me too' moment?

Indian sports' 'me too' moment?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

Indian badminton player Jwala Gutta, on Tuesday, raked up past complaints of 'mental harassment' and selection biases, saying that what she went through fell under the ambit of the ongoing Me Too movement.

Why BCCI is accused of 'double standards'

Why BCCI is accused of 'double standards'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2019

BCCI old guard accuse current dispensation of 'double standards'

'Did you ever imagine oxygen will become such a priority in people's lives?

'Did you ever imagine oxygen will become such a priority in people's lives?

Rediff.com20 May 2021

'Today, saving lives needs to take precedence.'

MJ Akbar, Tarun Tejpal suspended from Editors Guild Of India

MJ Akbar, Tarun Tejpal suspended from Editors Guild Of India

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

The Guild had sought the views of its executive committee on what action should be taken against Akbar, a dormant member at present and one of its past presidents, Tejpal and senior journalist Gautam Adhikari "in light of sexual misconduct allegations levelled against them", a statement said.

Bombay Begums review

Bombay Begums review

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

It's a treat to watch Pooja Bhatt explode on the small screen, raves Sukanya Verma.

'Women feel very unsafe in many religious places'

'Women feel very unsafe in many religious places'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

'Women all over India want a safer atmosphere at the place where they go to pray or meditate.'

'It's not about sex, it's about power'

'It's not about sex, it's about power'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Priyanka Chopra has finally opened up about the shocking revelations of sexual harassment.

25 FIERY frames of Mirch Masala

25 FIERY frames of Mirch Masala

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

Sukanya Verma tells us just what makes Mirch Masala a must watch.

Cops say no proof against Nana Patekar; Tanushree 'not surprised'

Cops say no proof against Nana Patekar; Tanushree 'not surprised'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

A 'B-Summary' report is filed when the police do not find any evidence against the accused person to file a charge sheet and seek trial.

10 IMPORTANT Lessons from 2018

10 IMPORTANT Lessons from 2018

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

Bollywood has taught us a lot this year. Sukanya Verma picks the most important lessons.

Protests across the world as women press for progress

Protests across the world as women press for progress

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

On the occasion of International Women's Day, women from all over the world are taking out marches to call for change. Interestingly, this year the theme is #pressforprogress. Here are images from across the globe.

'This year brought me the worst and best experience of my life'

'This year brought me the worst and best experience of my life'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

Radhika Sharma/PTI catches up with the stars at the international film festival in Goa.

Ryan Seacrest: The problem with the Oscars red carpet

Ryan Seacrest: The problem with the Oscars red carpet

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

What happens when a man accused of sexual misconduct gets a prime red carpet spot...

Ask the 'gentleman concerned': Irani on M J Akbar question

Ask the 'gentleman concerned': Irani on M J Akbar question

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

She urged people not to mock the women who are speaking out against the harassment meted out to them.

'I am an ordinary person who doesn't want to get into trouble'

'I am an ordinary person who doesn't want to get into trouble'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

'I am fascinated by people who cannot accept things.'

Nana Patekar laughs at Tanushree's charges!

Nana Patekar laughs at Tanushree's charges!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

'This attitude to laugh it off I think he will face a severe backlash.' 'I can see through everything he is trying to do.'

'We can't say TV is regressive'

'We can't say TV is regressive'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

'The content on television is directly proportional to what the audience likes.'

'Truth my defence': Priya Ramani gets bail in defamation case by MJ Akbar

'Truth my defence': Priya Ramani gets bail in defamation case by MJ Akbar

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Ramani accused Akbar of sexual misconduct around 20 years ago.

The Section 375 Review

The Section 375 Review

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Section 375 is an engaging courtroom drama that deserves a watch, feels Karan Sanjay Shah.

10 mag covers that broke the Internet in 2017

10 mag covers that broke the Internet in 2017

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Some broke stereotypes. Some inspiring. Some made our jaws drop.

Why 'Feminism' is the word of the year

Why 'Feminism' is the word of the year

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

It was the most searched word on Merriam-Webster in 2017.

German and something else: Minorities say #metwo after Ozil quits

German and something else: Minorities say #metwo after Ozil quits

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

Many greeted Ozil's claims of racism with scepticism, prompting thousands of others to come forward with their own experiences

'I would love to be quarantined with Shah Rukh Khan!'

'I would love to be quarantined with Shah Rukh Khan!'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

'I feel grateful that people are at home and are looking for something to watch.'

Harvey Weinstein arrested, arraigned on rape charges

Harvey Weinstein arrested, arraigned on rape charges

Rediff.com25 May 2018

More than 80 women have accused the movie mogul, once the most powerful man in the American film industry of sexual misconduct, including rape, with some allegations dating back to decades.

What is this schoolgirl doing on the ramp?

What is this schoolgirl doing on the ramp?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

Pakistani designer Ali Xeeshan made a girl in school uniform walk the ramp for his bridal show to protest against child marriage.

Saroj Khan defends the casting couch

Saroj Khan defends the casting couch

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

'When you are an artiste, why will you sell yourself?' asks Saroj Khan.

'Bollywood can definitely be a better place'

'Bollywood can definitely be a better place'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

'Discussions of favouritism and the #MeToo movement really unearthed a lot.' 'I really hope that these movements force people to look inwards and be nicer to each other.' 'But it's definitely not as bad as it's made out to be.'

New York attorney general resigns amid abuse allegations

New York attorney general resigns amid abuse allegations

Rediff.com8 May 2018

An article published by The New Yorker said four women, who had been romantically involved with Schneiderman at some point, accused him of physically assaulting them.

The Bypass Road Review

The Bypass Road Review

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

'Bypass Road goes around in circles and gets nowhere,' declares Sukanya Verma.

Top 10 Films/Shows To Watch When You're Indoors

Top 10 Films/Shows To Watch When You're Indoors

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

Sukanya Verma lists her 10 dramatically diverse recommendations to catch on various streaming platforms.

Adults can now learn about sex from 'pleasure professionals'!

Adults can now learn about sex from 'pleasure professionals'!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

Where porn meets sex education.

'Indians are not as regressive as we think they are'

'Indians are not as regressive as we think they are'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

'Just because you fall in love with someone, who might not belong to the opposite sex does not mean you are different.' 'Love is always Love.' 'You cannot choose which person you will fall in love with.'

'I am suffering from clinical depression': Tanmay Bhat

'I am suffering from clinical depression': Tanmay Bhat

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

The former All India Bakchod CEO took to Instagram to share how the recent incidents have taken a toll on his mental and physical health.

Miss America says Bye Bye Bikini. Do you agree?

Miss America says Bye Bye Bikini. Do you agree?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

'We are not going to judge you on your outward appearance,' Gretchen Carlson, who was Miss America in 1989, said.

LOOKING BACK: A Decade in Bollywood

LOOKING BACK: A Decade in Bollywood

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma looks back at the decade gone by, in the movies.

India drops down on World Press Freedom Index

India drops down on World Press Freedom Index

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

Attacks against journalists by supporters of ruling Bharatiya Janata Party increased in the run-up to general elections in the spring of 2019, the analysis alleged.

The Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas Review

The Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas Review

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas squanders whatever potential it had, feels Sukanya Verma.