1. Scope
This policy covers all forms of casting couch behaviour, harassment, fraud, impersonation, and exploitation by any user of the Platform.
2. What Constitutes a Violation
Soliciting or implying sexual favours; harassment based on gender, caste, religion, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic; threats or intimidation; fraudulent identity or misrepresentation; demanding payment for casting selection; sharing private content without consent; retaliating against reporters.
3. Reporting Channels
In-Platform Report buttons on auditions, profiles, and messages. Email: gtb@gatewaytobollywood.com. WhatsApp: [Number to be added]. Reports are confidential — the reported party will not see the reporter's identity unless legally compelled.
4. Investigation Process
- Step 1: Acknowledgment within 24 hours.
- Step 2: Initial assessment within 48 hours.
- Step 3: Investigation within 7 business days.
- Step 4: Resolution decision: warning, account suspension, account ban, or escalation to law enforcement.
- Step 5: Reporter notified of outcome (without revealing confidential details about the reported party).
5. Consequences
First violation: warning + temporary suspension for minor cases; immediate ban for serious cases (casting couch, harassment, fraud). Subsequent violations: permanent ban + legal action.
6. Legal Escalation
For violations involving sexual harassment, intimidation, or financial fraud, GTB will report to: local police, the National Commission for Women (where applicable), the Cybercrime Cell, and pursue civil and criminal proceedings under the Indian Penal Code, POSH Act 2013, IT Act 2000, and applicable laws.
7. Whistleblower Protection
Reporters acting in good faith are protected from retaliation. False or malicious reports may themselves constitute violations.
8. Transparency
GTB will publish annual aggregated transparency reports showing: number of reports received, categorisation, resolution outcomes, average resolution time. Individual reports will not be disclosed.