Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh has been summoned by the Haryana State Women’s Commission following a complaint by co-star Anjali Raghav, who alleged he touched her waist without consent during a promotional event in Lucknow
Pawan Singh and Anjali Raghav
Popular Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh has been in the news for quite some time, for all the wrong reasons. From his wife Jyoti Singh accusing him of harassment to actress Anjali Raghav alleging that he touched her inappropriately, the actor has been in headlines. As per the latest update, the Haryana State Commission for Women (HSCW) has issued a notice to Bhojpuri actor and singer Pawan Singh, summoning him based on allegations made by his co-star Anjali Raghav.
HSCW issues notice to Pawan Singh
Anjali Raghav alleged in her complaint to the Women's Commission that Pawan Singh touched her inappropriately during a promotional event held in Lucknow last year. She alleged that a video of this incident was later forcibly circulated by the singer's associates, damaging her reputation.
The complaint stems from the promotional event for Pawan's song Saiya Seva Kare last year in Lucknow, during which the actor allegedly touched actress Anjali's waist on stage without her consent. In the complaint, Anjali has demanded strict action from the Women's Commission in this matter. Taking the complaint seriously, the Haryana State Women's Commission immediately took cognizance and issued notices to both parties.
The Commission has directed Pawan Singh and Anjali Raghav to appear at a public hearing to be held in Faridabad on April 2. During this hearing, statements from both parties will be recorded, and further action will be decided based on the available facts.
About the incident
The incident took place during the launch event of Singh's song Saiya Seva Kare, which also stars Anjali. In the viral video, Anjali, dressed in a saree, appears visibly uncomfortable as Singh places his hand on her waist.
After the videos from the event went viral, Anjali shared videos on Instagram, saying she was "disturbed" by what happened and made it clear that she would "not work in the Bhojpuri industry anymore."
Responding to the matter, Pawan took to Instagram Stories and wrote that he had no "wrong intention" behind his actions. He said he felt "very bad" after learning about the issue and added that, as an artist, he never meant to disrespect her but apologized if his behaviour hurt her.
He clarified, “I had no wrong intention towards you, as we are artists. Even then, if you were hurt by my behaviour, then I apologise.”
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