Newsroom, Oct 15: Taking cue from Bollywood celebrities, Kannada actress Sangeetha Bhat has broken the silence over the #MeToo movement and unmasked the ugly face of Sandalwood.
In a long post in her social media accounts, the actress has mentioned several incidents of sexual harassment she has faced in the last ten years at the hands of famous actors, directors, producers and other film personalities including a hair dresser.
Sangeetha, who acted in movies such as Preethi Geethi Ityadi, Eradane Sala and Dayavittu Gamanisi, said that they are neither wild allegations, nor made to gain sympathy. The actor said she only wanted everyone to know why she decided to quit the film industry.
She said that she had to hide her marriage to save her career and now that she has decided to quit the industry 'for good', she would continue to act in theatre and short-films.
In a three-page letter, she has shared several incidents of sexual misconduct, abuse and harassment, including the one when she was just 15.
Sangeetha said that she has mentioned just a few of several incidents that have haunted her for years and she finally gathered courage to share them. She said that she was suffering from depression and is still being treated for it.
On the timing of the disclosures, the actress has said, “I have finally decided to unmask myself and live free. Quitting the industry has brought some peace.” She requested the media, family and friends to respect her privacy and not to discuss the issue with her further.
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Yahh!!! very good decision of quitting this film industry. all film industry like hollywood, bollywood, sandalwood etc are all friends with benefits.... u must be ready for everything which comes to you rather u select other good field.,,,...??//
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