Actor Mohanlal and 17 executive members resigned from the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (A.M.M.A) following sexual harassment allegations within the industry. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate these allegations, and all related cases have been handed over to the SIT for further investigation.
The Malayalam film industry is facing a reckoning as numerous female actors come forward with harrowing accounts of sexual harassment and abuse. These allegations have led to the resignation of prominent figures, sparked protests, and prompted calls for a thorough investigation. The situation has put the state government under pressure, particularly as one of the accused is a sitting MLA.
Tanushree Dutta, a former Bollywood actress and prominent figure in the #MeToo movement, has criticized the recent report on working conditions for women in the Malayalam film industry. She deems such reports as ‘useless’ and calls for stricter action instead of merely producing paperwork. Dutta emphasizes the need to address the issue of predators and their enablers, advocating for a comprehensive cinema law with real enforcement.
