Speaking about her decision to support a cause such as this, Neha says, “The statistics that I have been reading are shocking. It seems, 60% women go through domestic violence. That’s just wrong! And I am here today to let people –women – know that they have an option…a solution to get out of this cycle and save themselves.”

So, what according to her can someone do if they find themselves in an abusive relationship? “Please talk to someone. The most important thing is - never be scared. Outside of your home, you have the support of the public, your friends, the police and people like us. Another thing that stops many of us is the feeling of bringing shame to the family. But I just want to say is that if you step out and raise your voice, you can save your life,” says the actress.

Dhupia adds that many times, we forget about issues like this because we only look at the big cities that we are staying in and forget about the rest. “Please just don’t look at the big cities like Mumbai. That is not the heart and soul of India. Go to the small cities and villages, where there is so much violence. I mean even if you get out of Bandra and go up to Dharavai, aapko dikheyga wahan par kitna atyachar hota hai. And I see no reason why it should be like that. Women are, as it is, the stronger of the two sexes… they are known for their strength, and it’s only a matter of raising your voice. Just because we respect people does not mean those very same people come and commit violent crimes against us only!”

“We talk about progress and moving ahead, but I don’t think we can truly progress till the time we can eradicate a crime like domestic violence. We have to learn to respect the women of our country,” she adds vehemently.

Other B-town stars have also pledged their names for this cause, including Katrina Kaif, Saif Ali Khan, Harman Baweja, Mugdha Godse and Minishha Lamba, as well as rapper Hard Kaur.