Bigg Boss 16: Netizens divided over #MeToo accused Sajid Khan's participation

Bollywood filmmaker Sajid Khan, whose name popped up during the #MeToo movement in India, was away from the limelight for almost four years. He was also alienated by the industry following sexual harassment charges levelled against him. Sajid Khan's participation in Bigg Boss Season 16 this year has irked many and netizens have lashed out at the makers and host Salman Khan saying they're disappointed with Sajid's participation in one of the most popular TV reality shows. For the unversed, here we list some of the controversies involving Sajid Khan.

Actor-filmmaker Sajid's name popped up during the #MeToo movement in India in 2018. He was accused of sexual harassment by many women. Credit: Special Arrangement

On the basis of the allegations, IFTDA barred him from directing films. Sajid stepped down from directing 'Housefull 4' mid-way. He was only given the credits for being a writer of the film. Credit: Instagram/aslisajidkhan

It was alleged that Sajid flashed his private parts at women at the parties. Credit: Instagram/aslisajidkhan

Sajid was accused of asking female actors to send naked pictures to be part of the casting. Credit: Instagram/aslisajidkhan

It was alleged that Sajid talked in a sexually degrading manner to women and at times, misbehaved with fellow women staff. Credit: Colors TV

Sajid was also accused of watching porn in front of his female staff. Credit: DH Pool Photo