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Swara Bhasker says Hema Committee report is ‘heartbreaking, familiar’: Showbiz has always been patriarchal power set-up | Bollywood

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Actor Swara Bhasker has penned a long note after reading the Hema Committee report. The report revealed instances of harassment and exploitation of women in the Malayalam film industry. Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Swara has called the findings ‘heartbreaking because it is familiar’. In her note, she added that showbiz has always been a “male-centric industry, a patriarchal power set-up”. The actor also questioned if “other language industries in India even talking about such things”. (Also Read | Nani says Hema Committee report is bothering him; he’s ‘scared to scroll’ online: Situation was much better 20 year ago) Swara Bhasker talked about The Hema Committee report. Swara praised ‘brave women’ She wrote, “I finally got around to reading about the findings of the Hema Committee Report. Before anything else, a big big hug and gratitude to the brave women of the Women In Cinema Collective (WCC) who have consistently raised their voice against sexual harassment and violence, who demanded that an expert committee examine the working conditions of women in their industry and suggest …

Swara Bhasker calls out food blogger Nalini for fat-shaming her

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Swara Bhasker never shies away from putting forth her opinion wherever she needs to. This time, it was food blogger Nalini who was on Swara`s target. Nalini shared a `now and then` picture of Swara and wrote, “What did she eat?” This prompted Swara to give her a taste of her own medicine. Swara quickly responded to Nalini`s post and wrote, “She had a baby. And do better, Nalini.” This quickly got Swara`s fans` attention, who came out in support of the actress. They criticized Nalini for her mean comment. One wrote, “Bodyshaming IS NOT COOL. Removing you from my followers list and blocking you.” Another user wrote, “Shame on you. Unfollowed you.” “She’s a mother now, so yeah, she did put on some weight. Grow up @NalinisKitchen and stop body shaming!”, wrote another user. She had a baby. And do better Nalini! https://t.co/ABSK3brzK8 — Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) June 21, 2024 But this argument further escalated when Nalini again responded to Swara. Nalini in her tweet wrote, “I was doing well, but you got in …

Swara Bhasker shares pics from daughter’s first Eid al-Adha; says her ‘vegetarian parents hosted sumptuous dinner’ | Bollywood

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Actor Swara Bhasker shared glimpses from her daughter Raabiyaa’s first Bakr-Eid. Taking to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday, Swara posted a series of photos as her family hosted a get-together, and her friends joined them to celebrate the festival. Swara revealed that her husband, Samajwadi Party’s Fahad Ahmad, wasn’t in the city to celebrate Bakr-Eid with them. (Also Read | Swara Bhasker slams food blogger over ‘proud to be vegetarian’ tweet: ‘Smug self-righteousness’) Swara Bhasker celebrated Bakr-Eid with her family and friends. Swara shares Raabiyaa’s pics from her first Bakr-Eid Giving a glimpse of the dishes prepared by her family, Swara penned a long note. She wrote, “It was Raabu’s first Bakr-Eid and @fahadzirarahmad, and I weren’t in the same city, but I wanted to celebrate because I want Raabu to have the joys and blessings of both the cultures and identities she is born into.” Now catch your favourite game on Crickit. Anytime Anywhere. Find out how Swara’s parents hosted the get-together She added, “My vegetarian parents hosted the most sumptuous dinner and my …

Swara Bhasker reveals directors spoke ill about her for being vocal: ‘Aapki ek image ban jaati hai’ | Bollywood

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Swara Bhasker is known for being honest and unabashed with her thoughts about cinema, society and politics. The actor, who is always active on social media with her articulate opinions, recently revealed that she has not been getting work in Bollywood for being too vocal. Swara, in an interview with Connect Cine said that directors and producers spoke ‘ill’ about her due to which she lost work in movies. (Also read: Swara Bhasker slams blogger over ‘proud to be vegetarian’ tweet) Swara Bhasker alleged that directors and producers in Bollywood spoke ‘ill’ about her for being ‘vocal’. Swara says she did not get enough chances in Bollywood Swara, while speaking about her passion for cinema and not getting any film offers, opined, “I loved my job and I chose this profession for my love for acting. I wanted to do so many roles and acting assignments. I feel bad I didn’t get as many chances as I wanted. I am tagged as a controversial actor. Directors, producers, and distributors start speaking ill of you. Aapki …

Swara Bhasker slams netizen`s `proud to be vegetarian` post on Eid al-Adha 2024

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Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker, known to give befitting replies on social media, recently slammed a netizen who posted a picture of their vegetarian fair on the occasion of Eid al-Adha 2024 also known as Bakrid. Eid al-Adha is a holy occasion celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic or lunar calendar. It marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.  The festival is an occasion of joy and peace, where people celebrate with their families, let go of past grudges, and make meaningful connections. It is celebrated as a commemoration of Prophet Abraham`s willingness to sacrifice everything for God. Markets are flooded with goats/sheep as the Muslim families prepare for the traditional sacrificial ritual.  The netizen posted a plate of rice with paneer and some vegetables with the caption, “I`m proud to be a vegetarian. My plate is free from tears, cruelty, and guilt.” Swara reposted and wrote, “Honestly… I don’t understand this smug self-righteousness of vegetarians. Your entire diet is made up of denying …

Swara Bhasker slams food blogger over ‘proud to be vegetarian’ tweet: ‘Smug self-righteousness’ | Bollywood

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Actor Swara Bhasker criticised food blogger Nalini Unagar over her “proud to be a vegetarian” tweet. Taking to X on Sunday, Nalini shared a picture of her meal. It consisted of fried rice and paneer dish. (Also Read | Swara Bhasker says she’s found common cultural practices between Hindus and Muslims after marrying Fahad Ahmed) Swara Bhasker posted a tweet on X. What did the food blogger say Sharing the photo, Nalini wrote, “I’m proud to be a vegetarian. My plate is free from tears, cruelty and guilt.” Now catch your favourite game on Crickit. Anytime Anywhere. Find out how Here’s what Swara replied Responding to it, Swara wrote, “Honestly… I don’t understand this smug self-righteousness of vegetarians. Your entire diet is made up of denying the calf its mother’s milk.. forcibly impregnating cows then separating them from their babies & stealing their milk.” She also added, “You eat root vegetables? That kills the whole plant! Please relax with the virtue signalling just because it’s Bakr Eid! (Folded hands emojis).” Bakr Eid, also known as …

Swara Bhasker on Kangana Ranaut getting slapped: ‘People in this country are actually dying’ | Bollywood

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Actor Swara Bhasker feels actor-politician Kangana Ranaut getting slapped by a CISF constable at the Chandigarh airport was wrong, but it is time to look at the bigger issues of the country. (Also read: Swara Bhasker reveals ‘big difference’ between Kangana Ranaut and herself: ‘Every time she raised her voice only to…’) Swara has worked with Kangana in films such as Tanu Weds Manu and its sequel, Tanu Weds Manu Returns. In an interview with Connect Cine, Swara said Kangana has herself justified violence many times through social media. Now catch your favourite game on Crickit. Anytime Anywhere. Find out how Swara reacts Opening up about the incident, Swara said, “Anybody who is a reasonable person will say that whatever happened with Kangana was wrong… There is nobody who will justify the violence or an act of assault which Kangana suffered. So yes, what happened with her was wrong and shouldn’t have happened. It is not right to assault anyone”. She goes on, “Kangana just got slapped–and even that should not have happened–but at least …

Swara Bhasker to Dia Mirza, celebs condemn Israel`s attack on Rafah

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At least 45 people were killed and 200 others were injured after the Israeli strike in the southern Gaza city of Rafah set fire to a tent camp housing displaced Palestinians. Sunday night`s attack, which appeared to be one of the war`s deadliest, helped push the overall Palestinian death toll in the war above 36,000, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, which does not distinguish between fighters and noncombatants in its tally. The ministry said the dead included at least 12 women, eight children, and three older adults, with another three bodies burned beyond recognition. Scores of Indian celebs took to their respective social media handles and condemned the attack.  Swara Bhasker wrote, “We live in a world that expects us to have a balanced response to babies being beheaded and burnt alive in tents!!!! There are no words, only curses in my heart for the smug white men (and women and people) who did this, enabled this, abetted this, funded this, supported this, made a narrative to normalise this, celebrated this…” Fatima Sana Shaikh …

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Swara Bhasker, Dia Mirza: 8 Indian celebs show support for Palestine post Israel’s attack on Rafah | Bollywood

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged on Monday that a ‘tragic mistake’ had been made after an Israeli strike in the southern Gaza city of Rafah set fire to a tent camp housing displaced Palestinians and killed at least 45 people, according to reports. Now, Israel is facing surging international criticism over its latest attack on Palestine, with several Indian celebrities expressing outrage at civilian deaths, including ‘children that were burnt alive’. Also read: Swara Bhasker wonders how she would protect her kid if she were born in Gaza; Zeenat Aman breaks silence on conflict Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Swara Bhasker have spoken out in support of Palestine. Here are 8 Indian celebrities, who have spoken out in support of Palestinians after the recent Israeli strike in Rafah. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Instagram Stories is filled with posts about Palestine. Samantha Ruth Prabhu On her Instagram Stories, the actor has been amplifying Instagram posts that call …

Swara Bhasker reveals ‘big difference’ between Kangana Ranaut and herself: ‘Every time she raised her voice only to…’ | Bollywood

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Kangana Ranaut has had issues with many people in the Hindi film industry, one of them being Swara Bhasker, whom she called ‘B-grade actor’. The actor and BJP leader also said that Swara has had problems with her because she didn’t agree with her opinions. Now, Swara has spoken about the ‘difference’ between herself and Kangana in the promo of her interview with In conversation with Ishan. Also read: After calling her B-grade actor, Kangana Ranaut wishes Swara Bhaskar on her engagement Swara Bhasker has been at loggerheads with Kangana Ranaut for years now. Swara on Kangana raising her voice Swara and Kangana have worked together in two films – Tanu Weds Manu in 2011 and Tanu Weds Manu Returns in 2015. In her latest interview, Swara was asked about her co-star, when she clarified that while the two may openly share their political views, there was nothing common between them. She said, “I just want to point out that a lot of people say ‘Kangana and you, Kangana and you’, but there is a …