For a long time, women in the similarly-named industries had little in common, including being hired to play supporting characters to their male heroes. But is that enough to compare the two worlds?
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Five years ago, reports of sexual harassment and assault in Bollywood sent shockwaves through the industry. But numerous women have told DW that little has actually changed.