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‘What is wrong with you?’: Ranjini Haridas recalls disturbing behaviour by top actor | Malayalam News

‘What is wrong with you?’: Ranjini Haridas recalls disturbing behaviour by top actor | Malayalam News

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3 min readKochiJun 9, 2026 01:22 PM IST The Justice Hema Committee report that rocked the Malayalam film industry in 2024 made it clear that women face discrimination, exploitation, and harassment not just on-screen but in real life too. Recently, television presenter-model Ranjini Haridas revealed certain harrowing experiences she faced in her career, underscoring that there are likely several more women who have faced similar mistreatment but are yet to speak up. ‘Famous figure in music industry asked me to sleep with him’ In a video she recently shared on her YouTube channel, Ranjini spoke about the misconduct she experienced from a famous figure in the music industry and a prominent actor. Without naming either of them, she revealed that a well-known figure in the music world once asked her to sleep with him. She added that his arrogant response, after she made it clear she was not interested, left her stunned. “I knock on every door; those who are interested will open, and those who aren’t can go,” Ranjini quoted him as saying. In …

Konkona Sen Sharma says so many accused are ‘thriving’, wonders if people have actually read the Hema Committee report

Konkona Sen Sharma says so many accused are ‘thriving’, wonders if people have actually read the Hema Committee report

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Konkona Sen Sharma is gearing up for the release of her film, Accused. The actor plays a London-based doctor in the film who is facing allegations of workplace sexual harassment. Speaking to news agency PTI, Konkona opened up about the issues raised in the landmark Justice Hema Committee report, which exposed rampant harassment in the industry. Konkona Sen Sharma talks about the Hema Committee Report. What Konkona said During the interaction, Konkona said, “It’s just a very unfortunate situation. This is the reality we all know, we know the people who have been accused, we can see so many of them thriving. A lot of that is actually dependent on us, on all of us as a society, who we choose to work with, whose work we want to watch, how many opportunities do we give these people.” Speaking about the Hema Committee report, she went on to add, “The Hema committee has brought out a report, how many people have actually read it, how widely has it been circulated? Some good things may have …

Months after mass resignations in AMMA amid sexual misconduct allegations, actor-minister Suresh Gopi initiates steps to form new executive committee | Malayalam News

Months after mass resignations in AMMA amid sexual misconduct allegations, actor-minister Suresh Gopi initiates steps to form new executive committee | Malayalam News

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Over two months after the office bearers of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), including president Mohanlal, submitted a mass resignation, actor and Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi has announced that a new executive committee will soon be formed. Suresh made this statement while addressing questions from the media as he exited AMMA’s office in Kochi, after having attended the Kerala Piravi celebrations there. The Thrissur MP arrived for the event with his family. When asked about the timing for forming a new committee and if any discussions were held on this matter, Suresh revealed that today’s gathering marked the beginning of that process. “Let responsible ones come forward now,” he added. On being asked about his view on the previous committee’s mass resignation, the parliamentarian responded with a wide and sarcastic smile and said, “I have shared my opinion (on this) with the organisation,” indicating his reluctance to make any public comment on the matter. He also declined to comment on whether Mohanlal would return as AMMA’s …

Kerala Assembly: Left govt ‘defensive’ on Hema Committee report, says Opposition

Kerala Assembly: Left govt ‘defensive’ on Hema Committee report, says Opposition

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The Kerala Legislative Assembly building | Photo Credit: S. GOPAKUMAR The Congress-led UDF Opposition on Friday (October 11, 2024) claimed the Left government in Kerala was on the “defensive” about the incidents of sexual harassment and abuse mentioned in the Justice K. Hema Committee report and that is why it was not being discussed in the State Assembly. The Opposition allegation came after Speaker A.N. Shamseer denied permission to a notice moved by the UDF MLAs to adjourn the House and discuss the issue of alleged lack of further probe in connection with findings in the report. Mr. Shamseer said that permission was being denied as the issue was under the active consideration of the Kerala High Court. Raising strong protest against the Speaker’s decision, Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan claimed the notice was moved as Mr. Shamseer himself had said the issue should not be raised as a question in the House and to move a submission or something else. UDF walks out “It is an insult to the House if we do …

Aishwarya Rajesh wants toilets for all women on film sets: ‘I might get a vanity van, but what about others?’

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Sep 21, 2024 10:32 AM IST Aishwarya Rajesh welcomes the setting up of a committee to address sexual harassment cases in Tamil cinema, after the Hema Committee report in Malayalam cinema. The Hema Committee report has rocked Malayalam cinema and a spillover effect is being seen in other industries as well. In Tamil Nadu, actor Radhika Sarathkumar has been very outspoken about this issue and demanded that her colleagues in the Tamil film industry must openly discuss such issues, including the male members of the fraternity. (Also Read – Salman Khan’s ex Somy Ali reacts to Hema Committee report, talks about ‘Bollywood’s culture of hero worship and secrecy’) Aishwarya Rajesh welcomes setting up of a committee in Tamil cinema to tackle sexual harassment Meanwhile, the Nadigar Sangam (Tamil Nadu Actors’ Association) has established a committee to address sexual harassment issues in Tamil cinema. The committee will be chaired by actor Rohini, who stated recently that complaints will be shared with the cyber police and anyone found guilty of sexual assault will be banned from the …

Women in Cinema Collective to propose code of conduct in Malayalam film industry | India News

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The Women in Cinema Collective, an outfit of women professionals working in the Malayalam film industry, on Saturday said it would soon come up with a set of recommendations to “rebuild” the industry as an equal and safe workspace. In a Facebook post, the WCC expressed hope that all industry members would come in open solidarity and spirit to adopt a ‘cinema code of conduct’. The Collective said in the wake of the publication of the Justice K Hema Committee report, it would commence a series with its proposed recommendations in this regard. “To rebuild the Malayalam film industry as an equal and safe workspace for all, we are commencing a series today with our proposed recommendations. “We hope all industry members will come together in open solidarity & spirit to adopt a Cinema Code of Conduct that will help transform our film industry onscreen & offscreen for the better. Stay tuned!” the FB post said. The outfit’s action came weeks after the publication of the Justice K Hema Committee report which shed light into …

What Manju Warrier Said About Hema Committee Report On Sexual Harassment In Malayalam Film Industry

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Manju Warrier was last seen in Footage. The Hema Committee Report highlighted the malpractices against women, including sexual harassment, gender bias, lack of basic facilities and pay disparities in the Malayalam cinema industry. Following the release of the Hema Committee Report, the Malayalam cinema industry is experiencing turmoil. The report highlighted the malpractices against women, including sexual harassment, gender bias, lack of basic facilities and pay disparities, sparking outrage across the country. The findings and subsequent allegations of sexual assault have sent shockwaves throughout the film industry. At this time when most of the celebrities remained tight-lipped, Manju Warrier broke her silence at an event in Thamarassery, Kozhikode. She was joined by actor Tovino Thomas at the occasion. She addressed the crisis, acknowledging the tough times the industry is currently going through. While speaking at the event, the actress said, “As we all know, the Malayalam film industry is going through a crisis now. Tovino and I are standing here as celebrities today because of the Malayalam film industry. Unfortunately, the industry is under dark …

Kerala | Pinarayi faces the heat

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As the relentless monsoon rains lash Kerala’s lush landscape, a different kind of storm is brewing in the state’s political corridors. The Communist Party of India (Marxist)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) government finds itself caught in a deluge of contro­versy, with allegations as torrential as the downpour outside. It all began on August 30 with a press conference called by P.V. Anvar, a two-term Independent legislator from Nilambur in Malappuram district. Not only did the CPI(M)-backed legislator unleash a flood of accusations against a senior police officer with close ties to the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), he also charged CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s political secretary P. Sasi, who handles the home department on his behalf, with shielding corrupt cops. Over the next few days, Anvar kept firing fresh salvos, even releasing allegedly incriminating recorded phone conversations as evidence against additional director general of police (ADGP) M.R. Ajith Kumar and his purported aide, superintendent of police (SP) Sujith Das. Source link

Nadigar Sangam suggests banning offenders for 5 years from Tamil film industry; promise to provide legal help to victims

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Sep 06, 2024 02:26 PM IST Nassar and Vishal-led Nadigar Sangam passed a resolution on Wednesday after a meeting by its Gender Sensitisation and Internal Committee. The Artistes Association of Kollywood, Nadigar Sangam, convened on Wednesday to pass a resolution on women’s safety in the Tamil film industry. After the release of the Justice K Hema Committee report on the exploitation in the Malayalam film industry, the association took stock following a meeting of its Gender Sensitisation and Internal Committee meeting. (Also Read: The GOAT director Venkat Prabhu says it’s time Tamil film industry addressed abuse allegations: ‘Ensure punishment’) Nassar and Vishal are the president and general secretary of Nadigar Sangam, Nadigar Sangam takes charge Actor Nassar is the president of Nadigar Sangam, with Vishal as the general secretary and Karthi, Ponbannan and Karunas as the committee members. According to Firstpost, a resolution was passed that all victims of sexual harassment in the Tamil film industry would be provided legal aid. It was also decided that when a woman comes forward with a complaint regarding …

Sanjjanaa Galrani requests Karnataka CM to set up women’s committee in Kannada film industry

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Amid the ongoing row following the Justice Hema Committee report, actor Sanjjanaa Galrani met Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday and also requested to form a women’s committee to ensure safety in the Kannada film industry. (Also Read: Karnataka film fraternity urges CM Siddaramaiah to form panel that addresses sexual harassment in KFI) Sanjjanaa Galrani’s letter describes how important it is to form a woman committee for the Kannada film industry. Sanjjanaa Galrani’s letter to Karnataka CM Sanjjanaa handed over the letter to Karnataka CM. On Thursday, she shared the letter she penned to the Kannada Film Chamber of Commerce on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, writing, “Following the #metoo movement , it’s time to look for solutions and not complain about the problems of the past . Here is my request letter describing how important it is to form a woman committee that never existed in our Kannada Film Industry.” She added, “Requesting the formation of the body “SWAA” Sandalwood woman artist Association . – A initiative by #sanjjanaagalranifoundation. @sanjjanaafoundation to protect women from …