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 aware of all the @IndiaMeToo stories of multiple women, some minors who came forward in the public domain about Anu Malik, the judge in this same Indian Idol show last year including their own ex-producer? Dear Sachin, Are you aware of all the @IndiaMeToo stories of multiple women, some minors who came forward in the public domain about Anu Malik, the judge in this same Indian Idol show last year including their own ex producer?

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Anu Malik thanks Dua Lipa for making Woh Ladki Jo ‘more popular than it already is’; but has a 'haath jodke request'
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1 month, 1 week ago

Anu Malik thanks Dua Lipa for making Woh Ladki Jo ‘more popular than it already is’; but has a 'haath jodke request'

Hindustan Times  

Music composer Anu Malik, who originally composed the song Wo Ladki Jo for Baadshah, has reacted, days after singer Dua Lipa performed on the mashup of her song Levitating and the famous track. He also said that "credit is important and people should know that Woh Ladki Jo is an Anu Malik song and that Abhijeet Bhattacharya has sung it". …

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 …

Sonu Nigam says Laal Singh Chaddha was plagued by negativity, songs would have reached level of Kal Ho Naa Ho
1 year, 10 months ago

Sonu Nigam says Laal Singh Chaddha was plagued by negativity, songs would have reached level of Kal Ho Naa Ho

Hindustan Times  

Sonu Nigam has slowed down with playback singing over the last few years and instead has been performing his hits in concerts. Last year, though, the singer reunited with Pritam to sing two songs in Laal Singh Chaddha. When asked if the songs that he has sung for Laal Singh Chaddha could have been more popular, the singer replied that …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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: Neha Kakkar breaks down hearing about contestant who set himself on fire
5 years, 2 months ago

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 …

Indian Idol 11 host Aditya Narayan on Anu Malik’s return after Me Too: ‘I owe him a lot, he is a respected musician’
5 years, 3 months ago

Indian Idol 11 host Aditya Narayan on Anu Malik’s return after Me Too: ‘I owe him a lot, he is a respected musician’

Hindustan Times  

Anu Malik is back on the judging panel of Indian Idol after being accused of sexual misconduct. The show’s host Aditya Narayan says if someone has not been legally charged of doing something then you can’t expect him or her to sit at home. Anu was removed from the jury panel of Indian Idol after being accused of sexual misconduct …

Anu Malik to return as Indian Idol judge, shoots promo with Vishal Dadlani, Neha Kakkar: report
5 years, 4 months ago

Anu Malik to return as Indian Idol judge, shoots promo with Vishal Dadlani, Neha Kakkar: report

Hindustan Times  

After actor Aamir Khan had a change of heart about director Subhash Kapoor, Sony TV seems to have had a similar reaction to Anu Malik. Mid-Day quoted a source as saying, “The makers and channel decided to reinstate Anu Malik as one of the judges as he, with his shair-o-shayari, is synonymous with Indian Idol. He has judged every season …

Sona Mohapatra slams Anu Malik as he gears up for TV comeback after being accused in #MeToo. Read tweets
5 years, 5 months ago

Sona Mohapatra slams Anu Malik as he gears up for TV comeback after being accused in #MeToo. Read tweets

India TV News  

Anu Malik faced a lot of heat by netizens when his name came forward in the #MeToo Movement last year while he was judging reality show India Idol 10. Sona wrote, “Anu Malik, these were the reasons, rhyme you go figure.” She also shared quotes from Shweta Pandit and others who accused the singer of sexual harassment last year. Do …

Sona Mohapatra calls out Anu Malik, channel as he stages comeback after Me Too, reminds ‘these were the reasons’
5 years, 5 months ago

Sona Mohapatra calls out Anu Malik, channel as he stages comeback after Me Too, reminds ‘these were the reasons’

Hindustan Times  

As Anu Malik came up with a new single, in collaboration with rapper Parry G, singer Sona Mohapatra slammed him for giving a statement that he was out of work “for no rhyme or reason”. Sona Mohapatra has once again slammed Anu Malik and TV channel Sony for roping him in for a reality show for kids. Sona wrote, “Anu …

Anu Malik prepares for post-#MeToo return. Sona Mohapatra blasts musician
5 years, 5 months ago

Anu Malik prepares for post-#MeToo return. Sona Mohapatra blasts musician

India Today  

Sona Mohapatra doesn't hold back when it comes to voicing strong opinions on social media. Recently, after singer Anu Malik gave a statement that he was "out of work for no rhyme or reason", Sona took to Twitter and slammed him. Sona quoted a tweet when Malik had said that he was out of work, and wrote back, "Anu Malik, …

Anu Malik back in action after #MeToo: I was suddenly out of work for no rhyme or reason
5 years, 5 months ago

Anu Malik back in action after #MeToo: I was suddenly out of work for no rhyme or reason

India Today  

Anu Malik disappeared from the limelight after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct during the #MeToo wave that swept Bollywood last year. "It came out of my pain of having work once upon a time and suddenly being out of work for no rhyme or reason. Suddenly, one day I find no producers or television shows; I was just …

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' …

Anu Malik back as judge of 'Indian Idol' after #MeToo Movement?
5 years, 7 months ago

Anu Malik back as judge of 'Indian Idol' after #MeToo Movement?

India TV News  

When the #MeToo movement picked up in India, singer-composer Anu Malik was removed from the jury panel of "Indian Idol" last year as he was accused of sexual misconduct. 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 …

Fired after MeToo allegations last year, Anu Malik to return as a judge on Indian Idol 11
5 years, 7 months ago

Fired after MeToo allegations last year, Anu Malik to return as a judge on Indian Idol 11

Hindustan Times  

After quitting the tenth season of singing reality show Indian Idol following allegations of sexual abuse against him by multiple women, musician Anu Malik has reportedly been roped in for the upcoming eleventh season. Anu Malik was removed from the judges’ panel on Indian Idol 10 after allegations of sexual misconduct were levelled against him. Last year, singers Shweta Pandit …

Post MeToo storm, sacked Anu Malik to be back as Indian Idol judge?
5 years, 7 months ago

Post MeToo storm, sacked Anu Malik to be back as Indian Idol judge?

India Today  

When the #MeToo movement picked up in India, singer-composer Anu Malik was removed from the jury panel of Indian Idol last year as he was accused of sexual misconduct. Asked if the makers of the show had approached him to join back as a judge, Anu told IANS over phone: "Right now, I am at a recording. There is no …

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