#MeToo: News
Being an international movement about sexual harassment and assault, #MeToo is a hashtag used on social media against these issues. it got viral in October 2017. It was started again after the case of sexual harassment against Harvey Weinstein came into limelight. It was first used by Tarana Burke in 2006 to promote empowerment through empathy.
13 Jun 2025
Harvey WeinsteinHarvey Weinstein's retrial ends in mistrial after juror walks out
A New York judge has declared a mistrial on the final charge in the sexual assault retrial of disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.
10 Jun 2025
Harvey WeinsteinHarvey Weinstein's retrial turns ugly as jurors attack each other
The jury deliberating on Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial has hit a snag, with the foreperson complaining to Judge Curtis Farber about some jurors "attacking" and "fighting" with others.
27 Apr 2025
Sajid Khan'Take off clothes...'—Navina Bole recalls disturbing meeting with Sajid Khan
Actor Navina Bole, known for her work in hit shows such as Ishqbaaz and Mile Jab Hum Tum, recently revealed a shocking experience with director Sajid Khan.
24 Apr 2025
Angelina JolieHarvey Weinstein made his victims 'feel small': Rape retrial begins
Harvey Weinstein's retrial began in New York on Wednesday (local time), with prosecutors outlining how the Hollywood mogul used his power to degrade his victims.
22 Apr 2025
Harvey WeinsteinJury selected for Harvey Weinstein's retrial; opening statements expected soon
A jury of seven women and five men has been selected for Harvey Weinstein's retrial on rape and sexual assault charges in New York.
21 Apr 2025
Harvey WeinsteinHow Harvey Weinstein's retrial will be different from 2020 suit
Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, a former titan of the industry, is once again facing a jury. His retrial, which commenced last week, has reopened a case that had a major impact on the #MeToo movement.
16 Apr 2025
CaliforniaHarvey Weinstein's retrial for sex crimes starts in New York
Former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein's trial for sexual assault charges began again on Tuesday (local time) with jury selection.
10 Apr 2025
Trending NewsAbuse and harassment still strong in French 'entertainment' world: Report
A recent report by French politicians Sandrine Rousseau and Erwan Balanant has revealed an alarming prevalence of sexual violence and harassment in the country's entertainment industry.
10 Apr 2025
HollywoodJames Toback ordered to pay $1.68B in sexual assault trial
A New York jury has awarded $1.68 billion in damages to 40 women who accused writer and director James Toback of sexual abuse over a period of 35 years.
20 Feb 2025
HollywoodOlivia Munn was offered millions to hide 'traumatic' on-set incident
Hollywood actor Olivia Munn recently disclosed that she was offered a "seven-figure amount" to keep quiet about a "traumatic" incident on a movie set.
29 Jan 2025
Harvey WeinsteinWill Harvey Weinstein's MeToo retrial begin soon? Court decides today
Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein will return to court on Wednesday, where Judge Curtis Farber will decide when his #MeToo retrial will begin.
02 Jan 2025
Sajid Khan'Thought of ending my life': Sajid Khan on MeToo scandal
Sajid Khan, the acclaimed actor, and director of hits like Housefull and Heyy Babyy, recently broke his silence about the personal and professional impact of #MeToo allegations.
19 Nov 2024
KeralaRape case: Supreme Court grants anticipatory bail to Siddique
The Supreme Court of India has granted anticipatory bail to Malayalam actor Siddique, who is facing rape allegations.
12 Nov 2024
MalayalamRape case: SC extends Siddique's interim bail for another week
The Supreme Court has extended the interim protection from arrest for Malayalam actor Siddique, who is embroiled in an alleged rape case.
09 Nov 2024
Harvey WeinsteinHarvey Weinstein plans to sue NYC over 'medical negligence': Report
Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, who was recently diagnosed with cancer, is planning to sue New York City over "ongoing medical negligence," New York Post reported.
01 Nov 2024
KeralaAMMA to form fresh executive committee, months after MeToo storm
Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi has announced he will form a new executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
15 Oct 2024
Sexual Harassment'Let me be living martyr,' declares MeToo accused actor Jayasurya
Malayalam actor Jayasurya has publicly refuted allegations of sexual harassment leveled against him in August.
30 Sep 2024
Kerala High CourtSiddique gets interim protection from arrest in rape case
The Supreme Court has granted Malayalam actor Siddique anticipatory bail in a rape case filed by a fellow female actor.
25 Sep 2024
Kerala High CourtMeToo accused Siddique still missing; government to block bail re-appeal
Malayalam actor Siddique has been missing since the Kerala High Court denied his anticipatory bail plea in a rape case.
18 Sep 2024
BollywoodBollywood needs internal review board for harassment claims, says Bahl
In a recent interview, Section 375 director Ajay Bahl emphasized the need for internal review committees in the Hindi film industry to address sexual harassment.
17 Sep 2024
MalayalamAmid MeToo wave, Mollywood to get new film association
As the Malayalam film industry grapples with the fallout from the eye-opening Justice K Hema Committee report, a group of industry figures are preparing to launch a new film organization.
10 Sep 2024
COVID-19Harvey Weinstein health update: Disgraced producer in ICU post-surgery
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced former Hollywood producer, underwent emergency heart surgery at Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan, New York City, on Monday.
09 Sep 2024
KannurMollywood MeToo: Ranjini reveals famous actor asked for nude photo
In a recent media interaction, television presenter, actor, model, and YouTuber Ranjini Haridas disclosed a disturbing incident. She revealed that a renowned actor had sent her an unsolicited nude photograph.
09 Sep 2024
DelhiNew book to cover sexual violence cases, including Mollywood horror
The Kerala film industry has been shaken by a wave of #MeToo allegations.
05 Sep 2024
Tamil Cinema'Groomed me as sex-slave....': Sowmya accuses Tamil director of rape
In the wake of the ongoing Hema Committee report and #MeToo revelations in the Malayalam industry, actor Sujatha, known by her screen name Sowmya, has come forward with alarming allegations.
01 Sep 2024
MalayalamMeToo: Malayalam actor Sajitha was asked to 'adjust' for role
As the #MeToo movement rages on in the Malayalam film industry, another actor has spoken up about her experiences.
01 Sep 2024
Communist Party of India'Release full Hema Committee report': NCW amid #MeToo in Mollywood
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has sought the complete release of Justice Hema Committee report, which exposes widespread sexual abuse within the Malayalam film industry.
31 Aug 2024
Bengali Cinema'Only women can make laws to protect women': Raima Sen
Actor Raima Sen, known for her work in Bengali and Hindi cinema, has spoken out about the issue of sexual harassment in the film industry.
30 Aug 2024
Indian Penal CodeMeToo: Facing arrest, Jayasurya might not return from New York
Malayalam film actor Jayasurya has been booked in a second sexual assault case within 48 hours, following a new complaint from a female actor.
30 Aug 2024
Indian Penal CodeMalayalam actor Jayasurya faces second FIR over sexual assault allegations
Malayalam actor Jayasurya has been hit with a second First Information Report (FIR) over allegations of sexual misconduct.
30 Aug 2024
Nithya Menen'He groped...': Malayalam actor reveals horrifying sexual harassment incident
Prominent Malayalam film actor and activist, Maala Parvathi, recently shared her experiences of sexual harassment on film sets.
29 Aug 2024
BengaluruMollywood MeToo: Aspiring actor claims Ranjith assaulted him in hotel
In a shocking development, Malayalam film director Ranjith has been accused of sexual abuse by a man from Kerala.
29 Aug 2024
Domestic ViolenceWhen Mukesh's ex-wife claimed he kicked her while pregnant
As actor and CPI(M) MLA Mukesh faces serious allegations of sexual misconduct, his ex-wife Saritha's old statements have resurfaced.
28 Aug 2024
Kerala17 cases registered till now in Mollywood MeToo wave
The #MeToo movement has hit the Malayalam film industry, with 17 cases being registered so far.
28 Aug 2024
Malayalam'Should've spoken earlier...': Khushbu Sundar addresses childhood abuse by father
Actor and politician Khushbu Sundar recently made a shocking revelation, claiming that she was sexually abused by her father when she was just eight years old.
22 Aug 2024
BollywoodAbhishek Banerjee recalls firing employee over late-night message to actor
Abhishek Banerjee, known for his roles in Stree and Paatal Lok, has expressed his condemnation of the Justice Hema Committee report on sexual harassment's findings, released on Monday (August 19).
21 Aug 2024
Tanushree DuttaTanushree: Hema Committee 'useless' in dealing with people like Nana
Tanushree Dutta, the actor who spearheaded the #MeToo movement in India, has criticized the recent Hema Committee Report on sexual harassment in the Malayalam film industry.
26 Jun 2024
Vijay Sethupathi'Maharaja': Chinmayi Sripaada condemns makers for collaborating with MeToo-accused Vairamuthu
Singer Chinmayi Sripaada has publicly criticized the makers of the Tamil film Maharaja and the Tamil industry for their continued collaboration with lyricist Vairamuthu, whom she previously accused of sexual misconduct.
24 Jun 2024
Bollywood'Pathological liar': Tanushree Dutta hits back at Nana Patekar
Actor Tanushree Dutta has publicly labeled fellow actor Nana Patekar a "pathological liar" in response to his recent denial of the #MeToo allegations she made against him in 2018.
30 May 2024
Harvey WeinsteinHarvey Weinstein's upcoming retrial may introduce new accusers
Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein could face new accusers in his upcoming retrial in New York, per prosecutors.
