Imtiaz Ali reacted to criticism over his casting couch statement

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Imtiaz Ali, a renowned filmmaker, recently faced backlash for his comments on the casting couch in Bollywood, sparking a public response from TV writer-producer Vinta Nanda

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Imtiaz addressed the controversy through an Instagram Story, clarifying that he did not deny the existence of harassment in the industry and emphasized the need for a zero-tolerance policy against such acts

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He expressed concern that the entire film industry is often judged harshly due to the actions of a few individuals, stressing the importance of maintaining dignity regardless of gender

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Vinta Nanda criticized Imtiaz Ali for speaking on women's issues in entertainment, questioning why he was chosen to represent women's voices at the IFFI Goa event

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Imtiaz's statements at IFFI Goa included the notion that success does not necessarily come from compromise, highlighting the importance of self-respect and the ability to say 'no'

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Vinta argued that privileged individuals like Kareena Kapoor may not face the same challenges, implying that Imtiaz might lack the experience to speak on such issues

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The debate highlights the ongoing challenges within the industry regarding harassment and the casting couch, calling for a more inclusive and understanding dialogue

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The incident has prompted a broader discussion on who should speak for marginalized groups and the responsibility of privileged voices in advocating for change