Telugu choreographer Jani Master is currently behind bars under serious allegations of sexually assaulting his minor female colleague. Jani was speculated to step out of the jail to attend the National Award ceremony in New Delhi on October 8.

Master was conferred with the prestigious honour for Best Choreography for Dhanush starrer Thiruchitrambalam (2022). However, after serious allegations, the government&nbsp;revoked the&nbsp;National Award.&nbsp;

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The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting suspended the award a few days before the scheduled ceremony.&nbsp;

The letter issued by the ministry and signed by deputy director Indrani Bose, reads, as per reports,&nbsp;“In view of the seriousness of the allegation and the matter being subjudice, the Competent Authority has decided to suspend the National Film Award of the Best Choreography for the Year 2022 to Shri Shaik Jani Basha for the film Thiruchitrambalam until further orders.”

The Awards cell has also withdrawn the invitation to attend the 70th National Awards ceremony at the Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi.&nbsp;

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The news of award revocation comes a few days after he was granted interim bail by the Ranga Reddy District Special Court. He got the temporary bail from October 6th to October 10th.

On Sept 19, Master was arrested in Goa by the Telangana police under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Jani, whose real name is Shaik Jani Basha, was accused of sexually assaulting his female colleague, who claimed that the choreographer had harassed her multiple times since she started working with him.&nbsp;

As per the police remand report, the girl was 16 years old at the time when the choreographer started sexually abusing her.&nbsp;

Master is a renowned choreographer and has worked in popular films like Baahubali and Pushpa: The Rise, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.

Telugu choreographer Jani Master is currently behind bars under serious allegations of sexually assaulting his minor female colleague. Jani was speculated to step out of the jail to attend the National Award ceremony in New Delhi on October 8.

Telugu choreographer Jani Master is currently behind bars under serious allegations of sexually assaulting his minor female colleague. Jani was speculated to step out of the jail to attend the National Award ceremony in New Delhi on October 8. Master was conferred with the prestigious honour for Best Choreography for Dhanush starrer Thiruchitrambalam (2022). However, after serious allegations, the government revoked the National Award. Also read: Jr NTR expresses his wish to be part of Marvel universe, shares why he's loves Iron Man The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting suspended the award a few days before the scheduled ceremony. The letter issued by the ministry and signed by deputy director Indrani Bose, reads, as per reports, “In view of the seriousness of the allegation and the matter being subjudice, the Competent Authority has decided to suspend the National Film Award of the Best Choreography for the Year 2022 to Shri Shaik Jani Basha for the film Thiruchitrambalam until further orders.” The Awards cell has also withdrawn the invitation to attend the 70th National Awards ceremony at the Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi. Also read: Allu Arjun, Chiranjeevi and other stars arrive at Rajendra Prasad's residence after his daughter’s demise The news of award revocation comes a few days after he was granted interim bail by the Ranga Reddy District Special Court. He got the temporary bail from October 6th to October 10th. On Sept 19, Master was arrested in Goa by the Telangana police under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Jani, whose real name is Shaik Jani Basha, was accused of sexually assaulting his female colleague, who claimed that the choreographer had harassed her multiple times since she started working with him. As per the police remand report, the girl was 16 years old at the time when the choreographer started sexually abusing her. Master is a renowned choreographer and has worked in popular films like Baahubali and Pushpa: The Rise, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.

Jani Master's National Award revoked amid sexual assault allegations

Telugu choreographer Jani Master has confessed that he has sexually assaulted his minor female colleague, the police have reportedly confirmed. On September 19, Master was arrested in Goa by the Telangana police under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Jane, whose real name is Shaik Jani Basha, was accused of sexual harassment by a 21-year-old woman, who claimed that the choreographer assaulted her multiple times when she was working with him, starting from the time when she was a minor.

The complaint was filed on September 11 at the Raidurgam station as the zero FIR. The case was later&nbsp;shifted to Narsingi police station for further investigation.

Jani has been booked under sections 376 (2) (punishment for sexual assault), 506 (criminal intimidation) and 323 (punishment for voluntarily causing hurt) of the Indian Penal Code.

After a police complaint, the survivor&nbsp;submitted a 40-page written document to the Telangana State Commission for Women, detailing the incident with&nbsp;evidence.&nbsp;

As per The Hindu, Nerella Sharada, the chairperson of the committee, said, "The committee has issued orders to provide police protection for the victim and a high-level monitoring committee will also be constituted to investigate such cases in the film industry. We will take this case very seriously and efforts are made for strict implementation of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act in all workplaces, including the constitution of local and internal committees."

As per the police remand report, the girl was 16 years old at the time when the choreographer started sexually abusing her. In the complaint, she also alleges that Jani&nbsp;used to threaten her and even forced&nbsp;her to convert to his religion so that he could "marry" her.

Following the complaint, he was suspended by the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce and a workers' union. He was also a member of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena party. &nbsp;He has reportedly been asked to maintain a distance from the party events and his duty as a member.&nbsp;

Jani Master is a renowned choreographer in the showbiz world. He has worked in popular films like Baahubali and Pushpa: The Rise, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. He received the national award for best choreography for Thiruchitrambalam.

He has also choreographed the superhit track ''Aayi Nayi'' in the recent Hindi blockbuster Stree 2 starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao. &nbsp;

Telugu choreographer Jani Master has confessed that he has sexually assaulted his minor female colleague, the police have reportedly confirmed. On September 19, Master was arrested in Goa by the Telangana police under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Telugu choreographer Jani Master has confessed that he has sexually assaulted his minor female colleague, the police have reportedly confirmed. On September 19, Master was arrested in Goa by the Telangana police under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Jane, whose real name is Shaik Jani Basha, was accused of sexual harassment by a 21-year-old woman, who claimed that the choreographer assaulted her multiple times when she was working with him, starting from the time when she was a minor. The complaint was filed on September 11 at the Raidurgam station as the zero FIR. The case was later shifted to Narsingi police station for further investigation. Jani has been booked under sections 376 (2) (punishment for sexual assault), 506 (criminal intimidation) and 323 (punishment for voluntarily causing hurt) of the Indian Penal Code. After a police complaint, the survivor submitted a 40-page written document to the Telangana State Commission for Women, detailing the incident with evidence. As per The Hindu, Nerella Sharada, the chairperson of the committee, said, "The committee has issued orders to provide police protection for the victim and a high-level monitoring committee will also be constituted to investigate such cases in the film industry. We will take this case very seriously and efforts are made for strict implementation of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act in all workplaces, including the constitution of local and internal committees." As per the police remand report, the girl was 16 years old at the time when the choreographer started sexually abusing her. In the complaint, she also alleges that Jani used to threaten her and even forced her to convert to his religion so that he could "marry" her. Following the complaint, he was suspended by the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce and a workers' union. He was also a member of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena party. He has reportedly been asked to maintain a distance from the party events and his duty as a member. Jani Master is a renowned choreographer in the showbiz world. He has worked in popular films like Baahubali and Pushpa: The Rise, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. He received the national award for best choreography for Thiruchitrambalam. He has also choreographed the superhit track ''Aayi Nayi'' in the recent Hindi blockbuster Stree 2 starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao.

Stree 2 choreographer Jani Master confesses to sexually assaulting ex-employee: Report

Telugu choreographer Jani Master, known for his work in hit films Baahubali and Pushpa: The Rise, was arrested in Goa by the Cyberabad police. He will be produced before a local court in the coming days.&nbsp; 
 
The choreographer, whose real name is Shaik Jani, will be brought to Hyderabad after obtaining a transit warrant from the Goa court. 
 
Jani was accused of sexual harassment by a 21-year-old woman, who claimed that the harassment spanned several years, beginning when she was a minor.&nbsp; 
 
Jani Master received the national award for best choreography for Thiruchitrambalam. He has also choreographed Aayi Nayi&nbsp;in the recent Hindi blockbuster Stree 2.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce and a workers' union have suspended Jani Master soon after his arrest. He was taken into custody and will be transferred to Hyderabad, according to multiple media reports shared on September 19. 
 
Actor Jhansi, the Chairperson of the Chamber's panel investigating the allegations, stated that the charges of rape and criminal intimidation could lead to action under the strict Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.&nbsp;

The woman stated that he had offered her a job as an assistant choreographer, which she accepted. According to her claims, the sexual assaults happened after this, including an incident at a hotel in Mumbai where they were staying for a show with two other male dancers. 
 
The choreographer allegedly threatened her with violence if she reported the matter and mentally harassed her during photoshoots and rehearsals. 
 
She further alleged that he pressured her to convert and 'marry' him, even though he was already married. On one occasion, she claimed that both he and his wife entered her room and slapped her. 
 
Jani Master has choreographed in a number of Bollywood movies like Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Stree 2 and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.

(With inputs from agencies)

Telugu choreographer Jani Master, known for his work in hit films Baahubali and Pushpa: The Rise, was arrested in Goa by the Cyberabad police. He will be produced before a local court in the coming days.

Telugu choreographer Jani Master, known for his work in hit films Baahubali and Pushpa: The Rise, was arrested in Goa by the Cyberabad police. He will be produced before a local court in the coming days. The choreographer, whose real name is Shaik Jani, will be brought to Hyderabad after obtaining a transit warrant from the Goa court. Jani was accused of sexual harassment by a 21-year-old woman, who claimed that the harassment spanned several years, beginning when she was a minor. Jani Master received the national award for best choreography for Thiruchitrambalam. He has also choreographed Aayi Nayi in the recent Hindi blockbuster Stree 2. Meanwhile, the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce and a workers' union have suspended Jani Master soon after his arrest. He was taken into custody and will be transferred to Hyderabad, according to multiple media reports shared on September 19. Actor Jhansi, the Chairperson of the Chamber's panel investigating the allegations, stated that the charges of rape and criminal intimidation could lead to action under the strict Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The woman stated that he had offered her a job as an assistant choreographer, which she accepted. According to her claims, the sexual assaults happened after this, including an incident at a hotel in Mumbai where they were staying for a show with two other male dancers. The choreographer allegedly threatened her with violence if she reported the matter and mentally harassed her during photoshoots and rehearsals. She further alleged that he pressured her to convert and 'marry' him, even though he was already married. On one occasion, she claimed that both he and his wife entered her room and slapped her. Jani Master has choreographed in a number of Bollywood movies like Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Stree 2 and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. (With inputs from agencies)

Stree 2 choreographer Jani Master arrested in Goa on charges of sexual harassment