According to the latest update, a woman, who is the co-founder of a paper-making company, Tuesday came forward to claim that she was sexually harassed 14 years ago by Jatin Das.

Now, Nandita Das has issued a statement on her social media profile. She wrote, “As a strong supporter of the #MeToo movement, I want to reiterate that I will continue to add my voice to it, despite the disturbing allegations made against my father, which he has categorically denied. I have maintained from the very start that this is the time we all need to listen, so that women (and men) feel safe to speak up. At the same time, it is also important to be sure about allegations so as not to dilute the movement”

“I am touched by the number of people - friends and strangers - who are concerned and are trusting my integrity. I do believe truth will prevail. And that is all I have to say on this matter”

Actor Nawazuddin just took to his social media profile and shared that Manto was ahead of its time, even today and he would love to do Manto yet again, with his own money, if needed.

He wrote, “If given an opportunity, I would love to do #MANTO yet again & this time also for free, instead would pay from my pocket to make it happen; because today I realised that #MANTO is still way ahead of our time”

Manto is a biographical drama film about the famous Urdu author Saadat Hasan Manto, written and directed by Nandita Das. The film stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the title character of Indo-Pakistani, author and writer Saadat Hasan Manto. Tahir Raj Bhasin plays the 40’s Bollywood superstar Shyam Chadda.

Shyam was Manto’s friend, confidant, and inspiration for a number of stories. Rasika Dugal plays the role of Manto's wife, Safia.

Nandita took to twitter on friday morning addressing the matter and responding to some tweets by users, when one tweeted his disappointment over missing a "great movie", Nandita wrote: "That's what the distribution team of Viacom18 is supposed to do. They are checking. Rest assure 'Manto' will reach you. The story must be told and heard. Thank you all for your interest and support. Please keep me posted."

Nandita was interacting with the media here during the third edition of the WCRC Idea-fest 2018 awards on Monday.

Actor-director Nandita was presented with the Most Responsible leader award. Talking about the award and her mantra in life she said,  "It always feels good when you receive an award it shows you that people have appreciate and love your work. And this award is for being a responsible and i try my best to maintain social consciousness in my work. whether it is writing for a column or acting or addressing audience somewhere. This isn't for others but to give a meaning to my own life. 

My upcoming film Manto this is also part of the same thought because Manto's story is very relevant for today's times. This is our way of  reminding people why is it important to tell the truth. live honest, be humble and think about others."