MUMBAI MIRROR (October 16, 2018)

Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) issued a notice to Sajid Khan on Monday following allegations of sexual harassment against him by three women. In a letter to Sajid, IFTDA has demanded an explanation within seven days from the director for his alleged offensive behaviour.

“Your lewd and obscene actions have brought disrepute to Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association. We, therefore, want an explanation from you for such offensive behaviour within seven days of receipt of the notice for further action as per the rules and regulations,” said the letter, signed by IFTDA president Ashoke Pandit. In case of no reply, the letter stated, ex-parte decision would be taken.

Sajid has been accused of sexual harassment by actors Saloni Chopra and Rachel White and journalist Karishma Upadhyay, after which he stepped down as the director of Housefull 4 and was replaced by Farhad Samji week.