A young male actor has accused renowned Malayalam film director Ranjith of sexual assault, adding to the growing list of allegations against prominent figures in the industry following the release of the Justice Hema Committee report, which exposed widespread sexual exploitation. The actor’s complaint comes amid a heated debate surrounding the government’s response to the report’s findings.
Following allegations of sexual harassment by actress Minu Muneer, actor and CPI(M) MLA Mukesh has been removed from a film policy committee in Kerala. Muneer also accused other prominent actors like Jayasurya, Idavela Babu, and Maniyanpilla Raju of abuse. The state government has formed a special investigation team to probe the allegations.
Actor-politician Khushbu Sundar has voiced her support for the #MeToo movement in Malayalam cinema, praising the formation of the Justice K Hema Committee to address abuse faced by female professionals. She urged women to stand their ground and speak out against harassment, and called on men to support victims and ensure their safety.
The Malayalam film industry is facing a reckoning after the release of the Justice Hema Committee report, which revealed widespread sexual harassment and a culture of power dynamics. Leading actor Prithviraj Sukumaran has called for stringent action against those found guilty and a safer environment for women in the industry.
Malayalam film actor Siddique has filed a police complaint against actress Revathy Sampath after she accused him of sexual harassment. Sampath alleges that Siddique sexually abused her both physically and mentally when she was 21 years old, claiming the incident occurred during a film discussion. Siddique has denied the allegations and resigned from his position as the general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
Popular Malayalam actress Minu Muneer has sparked a potential #MeToo wave in Kerala by accusing four prominent actors of physical and verbal abuse, including a two-time CPI(M) legislator. This follows a series of resignations and accusations of misconduct within the Malayalam film industry, highlighting a systemic issue of harassment and abuse.
Malayalam film director Ranjith has resigned as chairman of the Kerala Chalachitra Academy following allegations of misconduct by Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra. The allegations, which stem from an incident in 2009, have sparked controversy within the Malayalam film industry.
Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra has accused Malayalam film director and Kerala Chalachitra Academy chairman Ranjith of inappropriate behavior during a 2009 audition for his film ‘Paleri Manikyam’. Mitra alleges that Ranjith touched her inappropriately and made her feel uncomfortable. Ranjith has denied the allegations, stating that Mitra’s performance was unsatisfactory and that there is an ulterior motive behind the accusations.
Sangeeth Sivan, a renowned filmmaker from Kerala, passed away at the age of 61 on May 8th while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Mumbai. Sivan was known for his contributions to both Malayalam and Hindi cinema, with notable works including ‘Vyooham,’ ‘Daddy,’ ‘Gandharvam,’ and ‘Yodha’ in Malayalam, and ‘Kya Kool Hai Hum’ and ‘Apna Sapna Money Money’ in Hindi. The news of his demise sparked an outpouring of heartfelt condolences from the entertainment industry and beyond.
Fahadh Faasil, known for his diverse roles in Malayalam cinema, has revealed his reasons for avoiding controversial themes related to religion in his films. In a recent interview, the actor explained that he believes the audience in Kerala prefers entertainment over harsh realities.
