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In 2007, at an AIDS awareness rally, Richard Gere gave Shlipie Shetty several kisses. The actor’s behavior caused a real scandal. Hindu traditionalists called them “disrespectful to their country”. The man received an arrest warrant, and the actress was charged with indecent behavior. After 16 years, the judgment of the Supreme Court.
He kissed her on stage. This caused a scandal across the country
Richard Gere and Bollywood star Shlipa Shetty hosted an AIDS awareness rally in 2007. At some point, the actor decided to shower the artist with kisses. His tenderness was met with thunderous applause from the audience. As it turned out, the initial delight quickly faded. In its place came the indignation of Hindu traditionalists. Gere’s kisses were deemed offensive, and an arrest warrant was issued for the actor. Shetty was charged with indecent conduct.
The charges against Gere were quickly dropped. According to the court, his behavior was only intended to “gain cheap publicity”. The actor explained that in this way he wanted to show that HIV cannot be contracted by kissing. Criticism of traditionalists, however, fell mainly on Shetty. Fans burned pictures and effigies with her likeness. Many of them accosted the artist in the street and demanded an explanation of the whole incident. At one point, Shlipa feared for her health and life. The process lasted for 16 years. In January 2022, the final verdict in the case was made.
‘Object of unwanted advances’ acquitted after 16 years. Opponents of the decision demanded a retrial
The Indian Supreme Court ruled that the Bollywood actress was merely the object of unwanted advances. Thus, he cleared her of all charges. Traditionalists disagreed with this decision and demanded a reopening of the case. However, the court rejected their requests. In January last year, the actress was finally acquitted.
The key evidence in the case was the recording of the “” event. Shetty did not share it anywhere, so during the trial it was decided that she was really ashamed of getting close to Gere in public.
Source: Gazeta
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