Tag: Harvey Weinstein
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Casting couch: Swara Bhasker recalls when a guy tried to kiss her
Actor Swara Bhasker, who is riding high on the success of Veere Di Wedding, recalled her casting couch experience when she revealed a guy tried to kiss her ear and said “I love you baby”. Swara was present at the Indian Express Adda where she revealed that she did face casting couch at the hands …
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June 30, 2018 -
Sandra Bullock says she was afraid of Harvey Weinstein
Actor Sandra Bullock is one of the most recognised actors of Hollywood who work experience stretches over three decades. The actor recently opened up about the Harvey Weinstein scandal that shook the entire world and revealed that “she was afraid of the Hollywood mogul”. In an interview to The Sunday Times, the Oscar winning actor said she …
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June 20, 2018 -
Huma Qureshi says why #MeToo campaign is never going to happen in Bollywood
The controversy on sexual harassment has been hovering over Hollywood since the last few months of 2017. Some women stood against sexual abuse on social media and started a trend with hashtag #MeToo. More than 70 women including top actresses of Hollywood Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie and Salma Hayek accused Harvey Weinstein, who is the …
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June 19, 2018 -
Harvey Weinstein indicted on rape charges
Hours after he said he would not testify before it, the grand jury voted to indict Weinstein on charges of first- and third-degree rape, and first-degree criminal sexual act
May 31, 2018 -
Weinstein released on $1 mn bail over rape, abuse charges
Disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein has been released on $1 million bail after being charged with rape and sexual abuse. Weinstein, 66, also agreed to wear a GPS tracker and to surrender his passport after turning himself in to police on Friday, reports bbc.com. He pleaded not guilty to charges of first- and third-degree rape and …
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May 26, 2018 -
Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to rape, sexual assault
Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty to charges of first- and third-degree rape and committing a criminal sexual act in the first degree at his arraignment on Friday in New York, his attorney said.
May 26, 2018 -
Woman accuses Morgan Freeman of sexual harassment
Veteran actor Mogran Freeman, who is considered as one of the most respected performers in Hollywood, has been accused by a fellow co-worker of sexually harassment. A production assistant accused the actor of harassing her for months during the shoot of the bank robbery scene in the comedy film Going In Style, which also starred …
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May 25, 2018 -
Brad Pitt once threatened to kill Harvey Weinstein
The latest buzz from Hollywood is something that is being lauded by everyone. Actor Gwyneth Paltrow has revealed a confrontation that took place between Brad Pitt and Harvey Weinstein almost two decades ago, when the former even threatened to kill him. Paltrow and Pitt are former flames, who dated during the late 90s. According to Paltrow, Hollywood film mogul Weinstein …
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May 25, 2018 -
Harvey Weinstein to surrender in NY on rape charge
Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein is expected to surrender to the police in Manhattan on Friday on charges that he raped one woman and forced another to perform oral sex on him, according to law enforcement officials. The New York Times reported that the charges follow multiple accusations against him that led women around the world …
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May 25, 2018 -
Harvey Weinstein sells Manhattan townhouse for over $25 mn
Movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, who has been accused by multiple women of sexual harassment, has sold his Manhattan townhouse for $25.62 million, according to property records. The home’s new owner shielded their identity by using a limited liability company for the off-market deal. It is not clear which brokerages or agents represented either party in …
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April 25, 2018 -
Aishwarya Rai on #Metoo movement: This idea does not limit itself to show business
Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai has opened up about her take on the fight against sexual harassment, which started off as the #Metoo movement. Hollywood celebs stoop up and brought to light their own experience of sexual misconduct. Now, Aishwarya Rai, the former Miss World, has spoken up on the issue. The actress is currently in Sydney …
March 27, 2018 -
The Weinstein Co. declares bankruptcy
The Weinstein Co. has announced that it has filed for bankruptcy, finding itself unable to survive the allegations of sexual abuse levelled against its co-founder Harvey Weinstein last year. The company may yet be able to reorganise and continue to produce TV shows and films under new ownership. Lantern Capital put in a “stalking horse” …
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March 20, 2018 -
Weinstein statue ‘Casting Couch’ launched pre-Oscars
Just days before the 90th Academy Awards, a Harvey Weinstein statue ‘Casting Couch’ has appeared on Hollywood Boulevard here, drawing a lot of attention. The golden statue depicts Weinstein sitting on a coach wearing a slightly opened bathrobe with an Oscar in his right hand. The figure is close to the Dolby Theatre, where the …
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March 3, 2018 -
Weinstein statue ‘Casting Couch’ launched pre-Oscars
Just days before the 90th Academy Awards, a Harvey Weinstein statue ‘Casting Couch’ has appeared on Hollywood Boulevard here, drawing a lot of attention. The golden statue depicts Weinstein sitting on a coach wearing a slightly opened bathrobe with an Oscar in his right hand. The figure is close to the Dolby Theatre, where the …
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March 3, 2018 -
Harvey Weinstein’s insurer refuses to pay for legal defence
Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s insurance company has refused to defend him against 11 sexual harassment lawsuits, saying his alleged misconduct is not covered under his personal liability policies. Chubb Indemnity Insurance Co filed a suit on Wednesday at a court here, seeking a declaration that it is not obliged to fund the disgraced producer’s …
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March 1, 2018 -
Weinstein Co. to declare bankruptcy
Weinstein Co., the New York studio co-founded by Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, will file for bankruptcy protection, said the company’s board of directors. The announcement comes after last-ditch talks to sell its assets to an investor group collapsed, reports latimes.com. “While we recognise that this is an extremely unfortunate outcome for our employees, our creditors …
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February 26, 2018 -
Weinstein apologises for citing Streep, Lawrence in legal defence
Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has apologised for using statements by stars Meryl Streep and Jennifer Lawrence in an effort to seek dismissal of a sexual misconduct lawsuit against him. “Even though Mr. Weinstein has worked with hundreds of actresses and actors who had only professional and mutually respectful experiences with him, Mr. Weinstein has directed …
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February 23, 2018