Kalki Koechlin Reveals Casting Couch Experience: 'He Made...'
/ Jul 22, 2025, 02:02PM IST
Actor Kalki Koechlin recently shared two harrowing instances of sexual harassment early in her career. The first occurred when she was at the Cannes Film Festival, working as a promo girl for a mobile brand. A powerful Indian producer implied she would only get work if she 'was with him'- a request she firmly refused.The second happened in Mumbai, during an audition for a film. The producer suggested a dinner meeting as part of her 'big launch,' and hinted that collaboration required personal favors. Kalki rejected him swiftly. Reflecting on both, she said she felt rage and disgust but chose to prioritize her safety and walked away.
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