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Bollywood Composer Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assaults

10/24/2025

Summary

Story summary

Bollywood composer Sachin Sanghvi was arrested on October 23, 2025, after a woman in her 20s alleged multiple sexual assaults following an invitation to his studio.
The complainant says Sanghvi contacted her via Instagram in February 2024, promising a music album role.
The investigation is ongoing, with police gathering forensic evidence and CCTV footage.
Sanghvi's lawyer Aditya Mithe called the detention illegal and the allegations baseless, resulting in his bail.

History

Historical Context

The #MeToo movement surged in 2018, exposing sexual misconduct across industries, notably in entertainment, where figures like Harvey Weinstein faced accusations from over 80 women. In India, where sexual violence remains pervasive, the 2013 Criminal Law Amendment aimed to strengthen protections. The recent arrest of Sachin Sanghvi in 2025 underscores ongoing challenges in addressing sexual violence and the need for systemic reform in Bollywood.

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Story summary

Bollywood composer Sachin Sanghvi was arrested on October 23, 2025, after a woman in her 20s alleged multiple sexual assaults following an invitation to his studio.
The complainant says Sanghvi contacted her via Instagram in February 2024, promising a music album role.
The investigation is ongoing, with police gathering forensic evidence and CCTV footage.
Sanghvi's lawyer Aditya Mithe called the detention illegal and the allegations baseless, resulting in his bail.

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