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Published 13:53 IST, May 5th 2020

Jameela Jamil extends support to women in India over ‘Bois Locker Room’ chat row

Jameela Jamil recently took to her social media and shared thoughts about the recent 'Bois Locker Room' row which caught a lot of public attention. Read details

Reported by: Amir Khollam
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Recently, a shocking revelation of a private group on Instagram named 'Bois Locker Room' was brought to light. The screenshots which went viral on the internet suggested that the participants of the group, mostly between 15-17 years, were objectifying girls. One of the most appalling revelations through the 'Bois Locker Room' row were leaked screenshots where school-going kids could be seen discussing and plotting a gangrape.

Ever since this shocking Instagram group has been brought to light, many celebrities have come forward in support of the women who made the information public. Now, actor Jameela Jamil has also extended support to the women in India over the 'Bois Locker Room' row. Check out the post below:

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Jameela Jamil's note on 'Bois Locker Room' 

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Jameela Jamil wrote that she stands up for women in India who are working to bring such heinous acts to light. The actor also urged people to not stay silent and voice their opinions to make people understand. She also expressed that people who are staying out of the conversation are actually complicit of the actions. Jameela Jamil posted a series of tweets where she talked in details about the 'Bois Locker Room' group on Instagram in detail. Check it out below:

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The 'Bois Locker Room' row on Instagram has evidently brought forward a male-dominated culture that is based upon objectifying women. The screenshots which were made public by some brave girls in South Delhi showcased many horrific details. Whereas, the official Me Too movement social media handle has also shared their thoughts on the incident. 

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Various social media users are calling these school going kids out for their actions. While some internet users are also sharing that the boys have the audacity to act like this and defame women. it is rather also evident that the students who were a part of this Instagram group do not feel any remorse as they quickly came with fake accounts and shared unsolicited photos of women. 

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Updated 13:53 IST, May 5th 2020

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