IANS (BOMBAY TIMES; October 26, 2018)

At a recent event in Mumbai, Jacqueline Fernandez supported #MeToo movement by saying that gender dialogue is long overdue, not just in the film industry, but in society as well. She also feels that sexual predators are present everywhere. Reacting on #MeToo campaign that has gathered momentum in India, especially in Bollywood, Jacqueline said, “It’s important to remember that the gender dialogue is a conversation that’s a long overdue, and let’s not limit it to our film industry. It’s a dialogue which has been long overdue in our society as well. Unfortunately, the sad truth is that sexual predators are all around us.”

She added, “They are sometimes in our own household, so we should not deviate from the actual issue which is not entirely about sex, but about the power struggle. We have to stick to the issue and be serious about it if we want solutions and if we want to have safe workplace for everyone and for society.”

Reacting on the #MeToo movement in India, singer Kanika Kapoor, who was also a part of the same event, said, “I am shocked about it. I feel sad for anybody whoever has gone through any sort of sexual assault or misbehaviour. I am happy that India is becoming a safer place with every passing minute, and I support this movement.” She said that from now on, people will not mess with anybody, be it a girl, boy or kid.

“I feel the whole confidence of women in our country is growing, which is nice. So, kudos to the girls and boys who are coming up and sharing their stories. This #MeToo movement is wonderful for our country and the world. I hope we all make this country and the world a better place to live,” she said.