Sona Mohapatra condemns Indian Idol makers for bringing back MeToo accused Anu Malik
5 years, 7 months ago

Sona Mohapatra condemns Indian Idol makers for bringing back MeToo accused Anu Malik

India Today  

Anu Malik was fired from Indian Idol 10 in October, 2018 due to MeToo allegation. Singer Sona Mohapatra has slammed Sony TV and Indian Idol makers for considering Anu Malik to judge the upcoming season of the singing reality show. She wrote, "New York-based Danica D'Souza said that Anu Malik's predatory behaviour was commonplace during Indian Idol shoots and 'higher-ups' were aware of it but chose to turn a blind eye.." "Because women & their pain don't matter? When Anu Malik was asked if the makers of Indian Idol 11 had approached him to join back as a judge, he replied, "Right now, I am at a recording. There is no confirmation whether the makers will bring back Anu on the show or not, but Vishal Dadlani and Neha Kakkar are expected to return and perform their judging duties in the upcoming season of Indian Idol.

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Sona Mohapatra on Hema Committee report: Public memory is short, it often forgives these perverts quickly
4 months, 1 week ago

Sona Mohapatra on Hema Committee report: Public memory is short, it often forgives these perverts quickly

Hindustan Times  

Sona Mohapatra has never seen herself as a victim; rather, she views her journey as one of a fighter battling against sexual harassment in her career. However, the recent Hema Committee report, which exposed the pervasive power dynamics and casting couch culture in the Malayalam film industry, has reignited discussions on these critical issues. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Reflecting on …

Kumar Sanu on claims that 'Indian Idol' is rigged: You can't sing… | Exclusive
1 year, 3 months ago

Kumar Sanu on claims that 'Indian Idol' is rigged: You can't sing… | Exclusive

India Today  

Singers Kumar Sanu, Shreya Ghoshal and music composer Vishal Dadlani are currently seen on the judges' panel of 'Indian Idol 14'. In an exclusive conversation with IndiaToday.in, he spoke about being on the show as a judge, how he deals with contestants who need improvement, claims about 'Indian Idol' being rigged, and much more. Excerpts from the conversation: From being …

Sonu Nigam reveals Anu Malik bullied him when he was new to the industry: ‘Jitna daboge, utna dabaenge’
1 year, 3 months ago

Sonu Nigam reveals Anu Malik bullied him when he was new to the industry: ‘Jitna daboge, utna dabaenge’

Hindustan Times  

Sonu Nigam is one of the most well known singers in Bollywood. In a new interview with Bollywood Hungama, the singer opened up about his bond with composer Anu Malik, and confessed that earlier he used to get scared of him. Sonu Nigam and Anu Malik have worked together on a number of songs. Interestingly, both Anu Malik and Sonu …

Indian Idol 13: Neha Kakkar refuses to judge THIS contestant's audition, calls him her 'senior' | WATCH
2 years, 4 months ago

Indian Idol 13: Neha Kakkar refuses to judge THIS contestant's audition, calls him her 'senior' | WATCH

India TV News  

Indian Idol 13 is all set to air on Sony TV on Saturday. In one of the teaser videos that was shared ahead of the show launch, judge Neha Kakkar refused to be part of contestant Vineet Singh's audition. Neha Kakkar refuses to judge contestant In the audition round of Indian Idol 13, Neha Kakkar was judging alongside Himesh Reshammiya …

Sonu on rejecting Hindi reality shows: ‘Was being asked to praise contestants'
2 years, 9 months ago

Sonu on rejecting Hindi reality shows: ‘Was being asked to praise contestants'

Hindustan Times  

Sonu Nigam has appeared as a judge on a number of music competition-based Hindi reality TV shows. Sonu currently appears on the Bengali reality show Super Singer Season 3 as a judge alongside Kumar Sanu and Koushiki Chakraborty. The musician, who has been a part of music reality shows like Indian Idol and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, added that …

Sonu Nigam opposes ‘always praising’ contestants on reality shows: ‘We aren’t here to spoil these kids’
3 years, 5 months ago

Sonu Nigam opposes ‘always praising’ contestants on reality shows: ‘We aren’t here to spoil these kids’

Hindustan Times  

Singer Sonu Nigam, who has formerly been a judge on Indian Idol, said that ‘always praising’ contestants on reality shows is counterproductive. His comments come months after singer and radio host Amit Kumar claimed that he was asked to praise the contestants of Indian Idol 12 when he appeared on the show as a special judge for an episode. Without …

Indian Idol: When Farah Khan called Raghu Ram 'hypocrite' for getting upset over Anu Malik's 'rude' tone
3 years, 6 months ago

Indian Idol: When Farah Khan called Raghu Ram 'hypocrite' for getting upset over Anu Malik's 'rude' tone

Hindustan Times  

In the first season of Indian Idol, Raghu Ram left judges Anu Malik, Farah Khan, and Sonu Nigam unimpressed with his singing. Farah Khan once called Raghu Ram a 'hypocrite' for his reaction to Anu Malik's statement during his Indian Idol audition. Years after the Indian Idol incident took place, Raghu Ram crossed paths with Farah Khan yet again. Raghu …

Indian Idol 12 judges Neha, Himesh trolled for being overdramatic; Twitterati share hilarious memes
3 years, 6 months ago

Indian Idol 12 judges Neha, Himesh trolled for being overdramatic; Twitterati share hilarious memes

India TV News  

Indian Idol has been one of the longest-running singing reality show on TV. From fans expressing their disappointment in the judges for being overdramatic about everything to netizens sharing memes about the 'loud' singing of contestants like Shanmukhapriya and Danish, Indian Idol 12 is gaining negative publicity these days. One Twitter user said, "Indian idol is the only show in …

When Anu Malik and Sunidhi Chauhan Argued During Indian Idol Audition
3 years, 7 months ago

When Anu Malik and Sunidhi Chauhan Argued During Indian Idol Audition

News 18  

Music composer Anu Malik has an old association with the singing reality show Indian Idol. Recently, a video has surfaced on social media when Anu co-judged the show with singers Sunidhi Chauhan and Salim Merchant. However, he was interrupted by Sunidhi’s comment who felt that her voice was good and she was ready to take her to the next round. …

When Indian Idol judge Anu Malik snapped at Sunidhi Chauhan for interrupting him: 'Let me complete'
3 years, 7 months ago

When Indian Idol judge Anu Malik snapped at Sunidhi Chauhan for interrupting him: 'Let me complete'

Hindustan Times  

Anu Malik has had a long association with Indian Idol. Anu Malik has served several stints as Indian Idol judge. "You look like a strong person, toh agar acha sunaogi toh acha result milega, so concentrate," Anu told her before her performance. He was then interrupted by Sunidhi, who said, "Awaaz bohot achi hai, meri taraf se aap aage jaa …

Sonu Nigam reacts to Indian Idol 12 controversy, asks makers to not take 'undue advantage of Amit Kumar's dignified silence'
3 years, 7 months ago

Sonu Nigam reacts to Indian Idol 12 controversy, asks makers to not take 'undue advantage of Amit Kumar's dignified silence'

Firstpost  

Former Indian Idol judge Sonu Nigam shared a video on social media urging the makers to move on and not drag Amit Kumar’s name further into the controversy. Singer and former Indian Idol judge Sonu Nigam has come forward and spoke about the ongoing controversy related to the current season and Kishore Kumar’s son Amit Kumar Ganguly. He has also …

Indian Idol: Old video of Rahul Vaidya getting scolded by Anu Malik, Sonu Nigam goes viral. Seen yet?
3 years, 7 months ago

Indian Idol: Old video of Rahul Vaidya getting scolded by Anu Malik, Sonu Nigam goes viral. Seen yet?

India TV News  

The popular reality show Indian Idol has been going on for quite a long time now. However, there was an episode in which he got reprimanded by the then-judges -- Sonu Nigam and Anu Malik and the video of the same is now going viral on the internet. Soon after his performance, Sonu Nigam said, "Aap har performance ke saath …

Neha Kakkar says Indian Idol 12 makers masti nahi karne dete. Watch BTS video
3 years, 8 months ago

Neha Kakkar says Indian Idol 12 makers masti nahi karne dete. Watch BTS video

India Today  

Indian Idol 12 judge Neha Kakkar recently took to social media to complain about the makers of the singing reality show. WHEN ANU MALIK SHOWED DISPLEASURE AT NEHA KAKKAR'S PERFORMANCE Neha Kakkar is an Indian Idol judge now but years ago, she was one of the contestants on the show herself. Now, a throwback video from the show is going …

Angry Anu Malik slaps himself seeing Neha Kakkar's Indian Idol 2 audition. Viral video
3 years, 8 months ago

Angry Anu Malik slaps himself seeing Neha Kakkar's Indian Idol 2 audition. Viral video

India Today  

Neha Kakkar is an Indian Idol judge now but years ago, she was one of the contestants on the show herself. Now, a throwback video from the show is going viral where judge Anu Malik is seen showing his displeasure at Neha Kakkar's performance during the Indian Idol auditions - Piano Round. The other two judges, Sonu Nigam and Farah …

When unimpressed Anu Malik slapped himself after hearing Neha Kakkar sing at Indian Idol audition. ​Watch video
3 years, 8 months ago

When unimpressed Anu Malik slapped himself after hearing Neha Kakkar sing at Indian Idol audition. ​Watch video

Hindustan Times  

Singer Neha Kakkar, who is currently seen as one of the judges on Indian Idol 12, began her journey with the same show. Neha Kakkar participated in the second season of Indian Idol. Currently, Neha is seen as a judge on Indian Idol 12, alongside singer-composers Vishal Dadlani and Himesh Reshammiya. In recent episodes of Indian Idol 12, guests including …

Sona Mohapatra says Rekha gave boost to 'sad' Indian Idol, brings back Anu Malik row
3 years, 9 months ago

Sona Mohapatra says Rekha gave boost to 'sad' Indian Idol, brings back Anu Malik row

Hindustan Times  

Like many film and television stars, Sona Mohapatra was also pleased to see Rekha on the latest episode of Indian Idol. However, Sona also reiterated her disappointment with the show for sheltering music composer Anu Malik, who was accused of sexual harassment during India's MeToo movement. Sona replied, saying, "Basically they called Anu Malik on the sad show & made …

Ex-Indian Idol judge Anu Malik is back on show as a guest with Udit Narayan and Sameer
3 years, 9 months ago

Ex-Indian Idol judge Anu Malik is back on show as a guest with Udit Narayan and Sameer

India Today  

Anu Malik will be seen on Indian Idol 12 this weekend. INDIAN IDOL 12 TO WELCOME ANU MALIK, SAMEER, UDIT NARAYAN Indian Idol 12 will welcome the musical stars of the 90s, music composer Anu Malik, singer Udit Narayan and lyricist Sameer. Anu Malik, Udit Narayan and Sameer on Indian Idol 12 stage. This might be Anu Malik and Sameer's …

Sona Mohapatra Says Vishal Dadlani's 'Heart Bleeds for Rhea' But Silent on MeToo Accused Anu Malik
4 years ago

Sona Mohapatra Says Vishal Dadlani's 'Heart Bleeds for Rhea' But Silent on MeToo Accused Anu Malik

News 18  

Sona Mohapatra has ripped music composer-singer Vishal Dadlani’s hypocrisy for his silence over MeToo accused Anu Malik, whom he worked with on Indian Idol. To a user who pointed out to Vishal that he had stayed mum when his ‘Indian Idol’ co-judge Anu Malik was embroiled in #MeToo controversy, Sona tweeted, “‘What is right is often forgotten by what is …

Indian Idol 11: Neha Kakkar and Aditya Narayan's latest pics are too cute to handle
4 years, 11 months ago

Indian Idol 11: Neha Kakkar and Aditya Narayan's latest pics are too cute to handle

India Today  

Aditya Narayan’s father Udit Narayan recently announced on the singing reality show that he wants Neha Kakkar as his daughter-in-law. Aditya’s mother Deepa Narayan and Neha’s parents were also present on the show. Now, it seems that the judge of Indian Idol 11 Neha Kakkar and the host of the show Aditya Narayan have started taking each other seriously. They …

Indian Idol 11: Asha Parekh and Dharmendra to be special guests on the show
5 years, 1 month ago

Indian Idol 11: Asha Parekh and Dharmendra to be special guests on the show

India Today  

Legendary Bollywood stars Asha Parekh and Dharmendra will be seen on Indian Idol 11 in the upcoming episodes. Indian Idol 11 judge Vishal Dadlani shared a selfie with Asha Parekh, Dharmendra and the other judges - Neha Kakkar and Himesh Reshammiya on social media. Asha Parekh and Dharmendra have worked in many Bollywood films together like Shikar, Aaye Din Bahar …

Indian Idol 11: Himesh Reshammiya joins Neha Kakkar, Vishal after Anu Malik steps down as judge
5 years, 1 month ago

Indian Idol 11: Himesh Reshammiya joins Neha Kakkar, Vishal after Anu Malik steps down as judge

India TV News  

Singer-composer Himesh Reshammiya has replaced composer Anu Malik as judge on "Indian Idol 11" after the latter withdrew his name from the show in the face of MeToo allegations against him. A few days ago, Malik had stepped down as judge from the ongoing season 11 of the music reality TV show after growing outcry against him over allegations of …

Anu Malik fired from Indian Idol
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik fired from Indian Idol

Deccan Chronicle  

A letter from the National Commission Of Women has persuaded Sony Entertainment to relieve Anu Malik of his services as a judge on Indian Idol. Sources say several of Anu Malik’s staunchly supportive producers including Yash Raj Film and Sajid Nadiadwala have taken a stand in favour of not employing Malik’s services. A source from a major production house which …

It’s #TimesUp! Removal of Anu Malik from national TV is testimony: Sona Mohapatra
5 years, 1 month ago

It’s #TimesUp! Removal of Anu Malik from national TV is testimony: Sona Mohapatra

Hindustan Times  

Singer Sona Mohapatra has been one of the torchbearers of the #MeToo movement in India ever since its onset. She has also been critical of singer-composer Anu Malik’s reinstation as a judge on music reality show Indian Idol despite a string of #MeToo accusations against him. What is expected of him is to come clean about decades of predatory behaviour.” …

Anu Malik hasn't quit Indian Idol 11; says will be back after clearing name of all charges
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik hasn't quit Indian Idol 11; says will be back after clearing name of all charges

India TV News  

Anu Malik on Thursday announced that he has stepped down as a judge on the Indian Idol 11. Last year, Anu Malik had to quit the Indian Idol 10 following the series of sexual misconduct charges against him by singer Sona Mohapatra and other women. Following his comeback to the show, singers Neha Bhasin and Shweta Pandit came in Sona …

It's a symbolic victory: Sona Mohapatra on Anu Malik's stepping down
5 years, 1 month ago

It's a symbolic victory: Sona Mohapatra on Anu Malik's stepping down

India TV News  

Singer Sona Mohapatara has said she considers music composer Anu Malik's stepping down as 'Indian Idol' judge a "symbolic victory" for all women who have faced sexual harassment. A source close to Sony TV confirmed to IANS that Malik "is stepping down as a judge from Indian Idol".​ Malik's decision has come after Sona wrote an open letter to the …

Anu Malik to be replaced on Indian Idol 11, not returning after three weeks
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik to be replaced on Indian Idol 11, not returning after three weeks

India Today  

Music composer Anu Malik had to step down as a judge from Sony TV's music reality show Indian Idol 11 after social media backlash. After Anu Malik quitting Indian Idol 11 went viral on social media, Anu Malik spoke to a few entertainment dailies and said that he has not quit the music reality show but is taking a break …

Sona Mohapatra on Anu Malik's stepping down: It's a symbolic victory
5 years, 1 month ago

Sona Mohapatra on Anu Malik's stepping down: It's a symbolic victory

India Today  

Singer Sona Mohapatra on Tuesday considers music composer Anu Malik's stepping down as Indian Idol judge a "symbolic victory" for all women who have faced sexual harassment. Malik's decision has come after Sona wrote an open letter to the Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani, urging her to look into the ongoing debate Malik. Asked if her letter …

Anu Malik steps down as Indian Idol 11 judge; says, 'Will get back only after I have cleared my name'
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik steps down as Indian Idol 11 judge; says, 'Will get back only after I have cleared my name'

Firstpost  

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. The second wave of #MeToo is here and it’s #TimesUp.’ Music composer Anu Malik has quit Indian Idol 11 as a judge, following multiple allegations of sexual …

Anu Malik quits Indian Idol 11 after National Commission for Women sends notice to Sony TV
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik quits Indian Idol 11 after National Commission for Women sends notice to Sony TV

India Today  

Anu Malik was facing a lot of backlash after being reinstated as a judge on Indian Idol 11. On Thursday, a source close to Sony TV confirmed to IANS that Malik "is stepping down as a judge from Indian Idol". It reads, "The National Commission for Women has come across a Twitter post of Ms Sona Mohapatra wherein it has …

Tanushree Dutta questions Neha Kakkar's silence over Indian Idol-Anu Malik #Metoo row
5 years, 1 month ago

Tanushree Dutta questions Neha Kakkar's silence over Indian Idol-Anu Malik #Metoo row

Firstpost  

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. Tanushree Dutta, who was a trailblazer in propelling the #MeToo movement in India, has shared her thoughts on Anu Malik being reinstated as the judge of the reality show Indian Idol. The actress not only …

Tanushree Dutta questions Neha Kakkar for working with Anu Malik, brings up a contestant’s inappropriate behaviour on the show
5 years, 1 month ago

Tanushree Dutta questions Neha Kakkar for working with Anu Malik, brings up a contestant’s inappropriate behaviour on the show

Hindustan Times  

Tanushree Dutta, who kick-started the MeToo movement in India, has slammed Sony channel for reinstating Anu Malik as one of the judges on singing reality show, Indian Idol. Tanushree Dutta has objected to why Neha Kakkar continues to work with Anu Malik. Shouldn’t people who misbehave be held accountable for their deeds.” Tanushree not just questioned Anu’s presence on the …

Sona Mohapatra replies to Anu Malik's open letter: You have no right to be showcased on TV till you make amends
5 years, 1 month ago

Sona Mohapatra replies to Anu Malik's open letter: You have no right to be showcased on TV till you make amends

Firstpost  

Singer Sona Mohapatra has reacted to Anu Malik’s recent open letter where he defended himself saying he could not be charged for any wrongdoing and that these continuous allegations were “suffocating” him. She even countered Malik’s claims of the sexual harassment allegations being “false and unverified” by saying that the truth lay in multiple women’s claims against Malik and his …

Sona Mohapatra's reply to Anu Malik's open letter: You have no right to be platformed on National TV
5 years, 1 month ago

Sona Mohapatra's reply to Anu Malik's open letter: You have no right to be platformed on National TV

India TV News  

Singer Sona Mohapatra on Friday came out strongly against composer Anu Malik's open letter defending himself against allegations of sexual molestation, which were first levelled against him by Mohapatra in 2018. On Thursday evening, Malik in his open letter on social media claimed that he feels "cornered" and "suffocated". Last year, after Mohapatra's allegations first cropped up, Malik had to …

Anu Malik addresses sexual harassment allegations: I feel helpless, like I am being cornered and suffocated
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik addresses sexual harassment allegations: I feel helpless, like I am being cornered and suffocated

Firstpost  

In the wake of the #MeToo movement in India last year, Anu Malik was accused of sexual harassment by multiple women Music composer Anu Malik has recently opened up about the sexual harassment allegations being surfaced against him. Check out Anu Malik’s statement here “Ever since the false and unverified allegations were levelled against me, it has not only ruined …

Sona Mohapatra responds to Anu Malik, says ‘go to a sex-rehab, ask your kids to earn a salary’
5 years, 1 month ago

Sona Mohapatra responds to Anu Malik, says ‘go to a sex-rehab, ask your kids to earn a salary’

Hindustan Times  

Sona Mohapatra has shared her reply to singer Anu Malik after the latter posted a long note on social media claiming how he was being cornered for something he didn’t do. Sona shared her around 8-point reply to Anu on Twitter and wrote, “Anu Malik finally wrote back to all of us last evening. Thank you @KallolDatta for saying it …

Anu Malik on #MeToo allegations: Why do these allegations resurface only when I am back on TV
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik on #MeToo allegations: Why do these allegations resurface only when I am back on TV

India Today  

Singer-composer Anu Malik, who was accused of sexual harassment by some of the women singers, on Thursday opened up about "false and unverified allegations" that were levelled against him. Last year, singer Sona Mohapatra along with singers like Shweta Pandit had levelled allegations of sexual harassment against the composer. "Ever since the false and unverified allegations were levelled against me, …

Sona Mohapatra's open letter to Anu Malik: You've no right to be on TV, go to a sex-rehab
5 years, 1 month ago

Sona Mohapatra's open letter to Anu Malik: You've no right to be on TV, go to a sex-rehab

India Today  

Music composer Anu Malik took to Twitter and posted an open letter where he opened up about #MeToo allegations. Anu Malik was accused of sexual harassment by singers Sona Mohapatra, Neha Bhasin, former India Idol producer Danica D'Souza and many more. Sona Mohapatra who has been quite vocal about her displeasure after Anu Malik was reinstated as Indian Idol judge, …

Anu Malik breaks silence on #MeToo allegations: I'm in pain and dark space
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik breaks silence on #MeToo allegations: I'm in pain and dark space

India TV News  

Singer-composer Anu Malik, who was accused of sexual harassment by some of the women singers, on Thursday opened up about "false and unverified allegations" that were levelled against him. Anu Malik "Ever since the false and unverified allegations were levelled against me, it has not only ruined my reputation, but affected me and my family's mental health, left us traumatised, …

Anu Malik shares long note as harassment allegations resurface: ‘Behind this happy face, I’m in pain’
5 years, 1 month ago

Anu Malik shares long note as harassment allegations resurface: ‘Behind this happy face, I’m in pain’

Hindustan Times  

Music composer Anu Malik has broken silence over the resurfacing accusations of sexual misconduct levelled against him. Ever since the false and unverified allegations were levelled against me, it has not only ruined my reputation, but affected me and my family’s mental health, left us traumatised, and tarnished my career. Anu Malik Anu was reinstated as a judge on singing …

Indian Idol 11: Host Aditya Narayan drops Neha Kakkar during dance performance. Watch viral video
5 years, 1 month ago

Indian Idol 11: Host Aditya Narayan drops Neha Kakkar during dance performance. Watch viral video

India TV News  

Singing reality show Indian Idol 11 has been in the limelight ever since it was announced. In the latest episode of the show, host Aditya Malik dropped judge Neha Kakkar during their dance performance. Host Aditya Narayan is often seen pulling judge Neha Kakkar’s leg and flirting with her on the show. Indian Idol 11 has also grabbed headlines earlier …

Sona Mohapatra replies to Hema Sardesai's defense of Anu Malik: It's ludicrous, shouldn't even be taken seriously
5 years, 2 months ago

Sona Mohapatra replies to Hema Sardesai's defense of Anu Malik: It's ludicrous, shouldn't even be taken seriously

Firstpost  

Referring to Sona Mohapatra’s statements, singer Hema Sardesai had defended Anu Malik and asked why the women who accused him had stayed silent for years It is “ludicrous” to pull down women who have levelled allegations of sexual harassment against composer Anu Malik, singer Sona Mohapatra said on Wednesday as speculation grew over whether the sponsors of a singing reality …

Anu Malik could be fired from Indian Idol after Neha Bhasin, Sona Mohapatra’s renewed attacks: report
5 years, 2 months ago

Anu Malik could be fired from Indian Idol after Neha Bhasin, Sona Mohapatra’s renewed attacks: report

Hindustan Times  

Music composer Anu Malik might be removed as a judge on the singing reality show Indian Idol, reports suggest, after renewed protests against him. They never anticipated this new rising roar of protest against his return to the show.” Several women, including original accusers Shweta Pandit and Neha Bhasin, in addition to singer Sona Mohapatra, had criticised Sony TV’s decision …

Sony Entertainment to drop Anu Malik from Indian Idol 11: Reports
5 years, 2 months ago

Sony Entertainment to drop Anu Malik from Indian Idol 11: Reports

India TV News  

Anu Malik could soon be dropped from singing reality show Indian Idol. After a series of backlash against Anu Malik for alleged sexual misconduct, Sony Entertainment Television might drop Malik again. Last year, Singer Sona Mohapatra and Shweta Pandit had accused Anu Malik of sexual misconduct which led to his removal from last season' India Idol. Anu Malik was reinstated …

Hemaa Sardesai Supports Anu Malik, Says He Respects True Talent
5 years, 2 months ago

Hemaa Sardesai Supports Anu Malik, Says He Respects True Talent

The Quint  

She even questioned those singers calling him out and said, “why were you quiet for so many years? Also if for publicity sake youll are throwing stones at him, its not acceptable.I ask those known singers who got most of his big songs why are you'll quiet today when you shld be standing by him? the people concerned shld sit …

Hema Sardesai backs Anu Malik on #MeToo, slams women: Why were you quiet for so long?
5 years, 2 months ago

Hema Sardesai backs Anu Malik on #MeToo, slams women: Why were you quiet for so long?

India Today  

Singer Hema Sardesai who is known for her song Awaara Bhanware has come out in support of music composer Anu Malik over #MeToo allegations. Recently, singers Sona Mohapatra and Neha Bhasin had expressed their displeasure on social media, after Anu Malik was reinstated as the judge of the singing reality show, Indian Idol 11. She wrote, "Dear Sachin, Are you …

Amid row over Anu Malik being rehired as Indian Idol judge, Neha Bhasin tweets of uncomfortable experience with composer
5 years, 2 months ago

Amid row over Anu Malik being rehired as Indian Idol judge, Neha Bhasin tweets of uncomfortable experience with composer

Firstpost  

In a string of tweets, Sona Mohapatra criticised Anu Malik and Sony TV for hiring him back as the judge of Indian Idol despite sexual allegations being directed at him Singer Neha Bhasin has said that early on in her career, she had an uncomfortable experience with music composer Anu Malik, who was named in allegations by multiple women during …

Neha Bhasin recalls how Anu Malik made her uncomfortable, Sona Mohapatra calls out Sachin Tendulkar for praising Indian Idol
5 years, 2 months ago

Neha Bhasin recalls how Anu Malik made her uncomfortable, Sona Mohapatra calls out Sachin Tendulkar for praising Indian Idol

Hindustan Times  

Singer Neha Bhasin has revealed how music composer Anu Malik, who was called out by multiple women during India’s #MeToo movement, made her uncomfortable during their meeting many years ago. Neha Bhasin showed support to Sona Mohapatra’s tweets criticising Sony TV for rehiring Anu Malik. I’m sure they’ll go a long way.” Sona replied, “Dear Sachin, Are you aware of …

Neha Bhasin: Why is Anu Malik so important to Sony TV that he is back on Indian Idol 11?
5 years, 2 months ago

Neha Bhasin: Why is Anu Malik so important to Sony TV that he is back on Indian Idol 11?

India Today  

Singer Neha Bhasin took to Twitter today to recall an incident when Anu Malik made her uncomfortable at a private meeting. Neha's tweet has come after Anu Malik has been reinstated as the judge of the singing reality show, Indian Idol Season 11, which runs on Sony TV. @The_AnuMalik is an ugly pervert and does not https://t.co/tQgStLrYyT Neha Bhasin October …

Indian Idol 11: Per episode fees of Neha Kakkar, Anu Malik and others will surprise you
5 years, 2 months ago

Indian Idol 11: Per episode fees of Neha Kakkar, Anu Malik and others will surprise you

India TV News  

Singing reality show Indian Idol 11 began with a bang on Saturday. Firebrand singer Neha Kakkar, Vishal Dadlani of the ace music composer duo Vishal-Shekhar, and veteran music director Anu Malik took over as the judges of the season. Aditya Narayan Aditya Narayan ​ Aditya Narayan, who has previously hosted shows like like Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li'l Champs, …

Indian Idol 11: Neha Kakkar breaks down hearing about contestant who set himself on fire
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Indian Idol 11: Neha Kakkar breaks down hearing about contestant who set himself on fire

India Today  

Indian Idol is back with its 11th season. Singer Neha Kakkar and music composers Vishal Dadlani and Anu Malik have reprised their role as judges on the show. In a video shared by Sony TV on Twitter, Neha Kakkar asks Abhinash about marks on his face. Neha Kakkar got emotional hearing Abhinash's story, who sang Tu Na Jaane Aas Paas …

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