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Post by James on May 6, 2015 6:16:29 GMT
The verdict was just rendered, so I don't think the punishment is yet known.
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Post by Anamika on May 6, 2015 7:03:01 GMT
James, you beat me. I just saw the story on the BBC news website. For everyone who'd like to read a summary of the case, here's the link.
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Post by MrB on May 6, 2015 11:19:54 GMT
Bollywood celebs are gathering in support, the less rational ones saying that people should not sleep on footpaths. They also should not drive on them, but none seem to be saying that. I like Salman Khan but, if he killed someone, he should pay the price.
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Post by odadune on May 6, 2015 11:40:53 GMT
And little Alia Bhatt, so frequently mocked for her ditziness, is the one smart enough to say something like (paraphrasing): "it hurts when our loved ones are punished, even when they are in the wrong. We are with you, Salman."
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Post by emily on May 6, 2015 14:07:47 GMT
Bollywood celebs are gathering in support, the less rational ones saying that people should not sleep on footpaths. They also should not drive on them, but none seem to be saying that. I like Salman Khan but, if he killed someone, he should pay the price. Agreed 100%.
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Post by dariya on May 6, 2015 19:09:06 GMT
Bollywood celebs are gathering in support, the less rational ones saying that people should not sleep on footpaths. They also should not drive on them, but none seem to be saying that. I like Salman Khan but, if he killed someone, he should pay the price. That's terrible and awfully ignorant. What is wrong with people...? @alia Bhatt My mom is somewhat Bolly-literate and has never liked Salman. She basically WOKE ME UP to tell me this news haha. And in her words, since it's still doubtful he'll actually serve time, he should perform community service by not dancing anymore.
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Post by James on May 6, 2015 22:17:01 GMT
A friend and I were chatting and she told me the verdict had been released, so of course I rushed here to post it. Otherwise I would have totally forgotten, Anamika! That article from the BBC you posted is interesting and answered one of my questions. He was charged with more than one crime and sentenced for all of them, but apparently the punishments run concurrently, rather conveniently for an accused, so he won't be held beyond the five years he was sentenced to. I suppose he'll be out on bail soon, and appeal the verdict, for God knows how many more years while this works its way up the courts? I wonder if the families feel justice has been served or not...I don't imagine I would, if I were in their place. ETA: Salman Khan is already out on bail
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Post by dev22 on May 7, 2015 6:45:47 GMT
Ravindra Patil was the man who became the main reason for Salman Khan imprisonment.
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Post by Anamika on May 7, 2015 7:22:26 GMT
Bollywood celebs are gathering in support, the less rational ones saying that people should not sleep on footpaths. They also should not drive on them, but none seem to be saying that. I like Salman Khan but, if he killed someone, he should pay the price. I find that shocking. If Abhijeed had said "people should not have to sleep on footpaths" it would be a different matter. But he actually tweeted 'footpath r not meant 4 sleeping, not driver's or alcohol's fault.' and 'Suicide is crime so is sleeping on footpath.' This reminds me of the alleged Marie Antoinette quote "[If the peasants have no bread,] let them eat cake". Honestly, I wonder whether this guy ever opens his eyes when he drives through Mumbai. And however likeable and charitable Salman Khan has become since 2002, it would not serve justice if he successfully avoids being made accountable for the death he caused by all these appeals and postponements that will go on until the cows come home - just like he already did in the chinkara case (oh how I wish we still had the old forum with all its threads and discussions about all these cases!).
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Post by dancelover on May 7, 2015 19:04:06 GMT
It occurs to me that, had Salman gone to trial and been convicted within a year of the death, and been sentenced to five years in jail and served them all, then he would have finished his sentence in time to make Wanted (2009).
"Justice delayed is justice denied." Dancelover
I find that shocking. If Abhijeed had said "people should not have to sleep on footpaths" it would be a different matter. But he actually tweeted 'footpath r not meant 4 sleeping, not driver's or alcohol's fault.' and 'Suicide is crime so is sleeping on footpath.' This reminds me of the alleged Marie Antoinette quote "[If the peasants have no bread,] let them eat cake". Honestly, I wonder whether this guy ever opens his eyes when he drives through Mumbai. And however likeable and charitable Salman Khan has become since 2002, it would not serve justice if he successfully avoids being made accountable for the death he caused by all these appeals and postponements that will go on until the cows come home - just like he already did in the chinkara case (oh how I wish we still had the old forum with all its threads and discussions about all these cases!).
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Post by sady on May 8, 2015 11:38:29 GMT
High Court suspends Salman Khan's prison sentence in fatal hit-and-run
New Delhi (CNN)Mumbai's High Court has suspended Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's prison sentence while he appeals his conviction in a fatal hit-and-run case. Khan, one of India's most bankable stars, was sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison for running over several men sleeping on a Mumbai pavement, and killing one of them. He was free on two days' bail, and many had expected him to be taken into custody Friday. However, the High Court will allow him to remain free until his appeal hearing in July, said prosecutor Pradeep Gharat. Khan will not be allowed to leave the country during the time without permission. Crowds outside the court erupted in cheers as the news spread. If his sentence is upheld, Khan's absence could cost the Indian film industry more than $31 million, trade analysts say. The 49-year-old Khan's stature in Bollywood can't be overstated. He is Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt and George Clooney rolled into one -- oozing sex appeal and machismo in the more than 80 movies he's starred in. In its list of the best looking man in the world, People Magazine once placed him at no. 7. He has a rabid fan base (with 11 million Twitter followers), and has enjoyed an unheard-of two-decade reign at the top. The hit and run
The hit-and-run incident took place outside a Mumbai bakery more than 12 years ago, in September 2002. Prosecutors said Khan ran over five sleeping men after losing control of his sports utility vehicle. He was returning from a bar after a night of drinking, they said. One of the victims was killed; the others injured. The actor contended he wasn't the driver. Prosecutors said he left the scene after the crash. The likely appeal
On Wednesday, a Mumbai court found that Khan was behind the wheel at the time, and that he was drunk. He was convicted of culpable homicide and seven other charges. He faced a maximum of 10 years in prison; the judge sentenced him to five. If the sentence is upheld, it will bring his long and storied career as a movie heartthrob to a screeching halt. He has several films in the pipeline. He also stands to lose out on large sums of money from endorsement deals.
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Post by James on May 9, 2015 20:19:17 GMT
If there was any doubt about Salman Khan's impact financially on the film industry, this article should clear it up: Salman Khan gets bail: Eros shares up over 4% as HC suspends Salman's sentenceShares of Eros International Media, the entity associated with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, ended with over 4 per cent gains after the Bombay High Court today suspended the five-year sentence awarded to the actor in the 2002 hit-and-run case. The stock went up by 4.29 per cent to settle at Rs 402 on the BSE. During the day, it gained 8.57 per cent to Rs 418.50. At the NSE, it rose by 4.31 per cent to end at Rs 403.50. [..] Meanwhile, shares of Mandhana Industries ended flat at Rs 255, down 0.04 per cent. Mandhana Industries is associated with the actor's NGO 'Being Human'. It has an exclusive licence agreement with Being Human the Salman Khan Foundation - for designing, marketing and distributing Being Human clothing products.
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Post by dev22 on May 11, 2015 7:47:04 GMT
he got bail... im very happy
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