Heroine: ‘I Was Asked to Sleep with South Film Producer’

Ankita Lokhande recently recalled an incident from the early days of her career when she was 19 years old. She said she was approached for a South film but faced an alleged casting couch demand during the selection process.

According to Ankita, she was allegedly asked to compromise to secure the role. She claimed the condition involved sleeping with the producer. Refusing to accept the demand, she decided to walk away from the project.

The actress said the experience had a lasting impact on her career decisions. After the incident, she chose not to pursue films at that stage and instead focused on building her career in television.

Ankita shared the incident during a public conversation, explaining how it influenced her professional journey. However, she did not reveal the identity of the producer or provide any details that could identify the individual involved.

There has been no publicly reported official complaint or investigation related to the allegation. As a result, the claim remains Ankita Lokhande’s personal account of her experience.

Her remarks have once again brought attention to discussions around the alleged casting couch culture in the entertainment industry. Similar allegations have surfaced across different film industries over the years, highlighting the need for safe and professional work environments.

Actress Ankita Lokhande reveals that she was asked to “compromise” for a South film when she was just 19 years old.

She says she was told to sleep with the producer to get the role, but she refused and walked away.

After the incident, she decided she would never work in films… pic.twitter.com/nuqg9UO82L

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