Rajat Kapoor is an Indian actor who was accused of sexual harassment in October 2018.
Allegations Against Rajat Kapoor
In October 2018, during the height of the MeToo movement in India, actor and filmmaker Rajat Kapoor faced accusations of sexual harassment from two women. The allegations brought to light instances of misconduct attributed to him.
Key details regarding the accusations include:
- Timeline: The accusations surfaced in October 2018.
- Nature of Allegations: Two women accused Rajat Kapoor of sexual harassment.
- Kapoor's Response: Following the public allegations, Rajat Kapoor issued an apology for his actions.
- Consequences: As a direct result of these accusations, his film Kadakh was notably dropped from the MAMI Film Festival lineup, reflecting the immediate impact of the allegations on his professional engagements.
These allegations were part of a wider wave of disclosures within the Indian entertainment industry, highlighting the pervasive issue of harassment and the subsequent accountability sought through the MeToo movement. More information about the broader movement can be found on the MeToo movement in India - Wikipedia page.
