After mid-day published the accounts of four survivors accusing KWAN founder Anirban Das Blah of sexual harassment and abuse of power in its October 16 edition, the talent manager has been asked to "step aside" from his position. The talent management company issued a statement to the effect on Tuesday afternoon.

The statement read, "In view of the article dated 16th October in mid-day, we have asked Anirban Blah to forthwith step aside from his duties, activities, and responsibilities of KWAN, its subsidiaries, and affiliates with immediate effect. We fully support the #MeToo movement and deprecate and condemn those who have exploited women in any form or manner."