Bollywood filmmaker Shakeel Noorani, 73, arrested over alleged rape of actress
Dubai: Filmmaker Shakeel Noorani, best known for directing the Govinda-starrer Joru Ka Ghulam , was arrested by the Malvani Police on August 8 in connection with an alleged sexual harassment case filed by a 33-year-old woman. According to the police, Noorani had invited the woman to his residence in Malvani on the pretext of discussing an upcoming film project. He allegedly sexually assaulted her…
Dubai: Bollywood filmmaker Shakeel Noorani, 73, was apprehended by the Malvani Police on August 8 over allegations of rape and sexual harassment. According to the authorities, Noorani invited the 33-year-old actress to his residence under the guise of discussing a film project. He then allegedly sexually assaulted her and threatened her with a video recording.
The police have registered a case under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Noorani was produced before a court and remanded into custody until August 12. His lawyer denies the allegations.
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