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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 …

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 …

Padmapriya says Tamil film director slapped her publicly, but media blamed her: ‘No one questioned why…’

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Oct 02, 2024 12:14 PM IST South actor Padmapriya has revealed that she was slapped by a Tamil filmmaker in public but the media misreported the incident blaming her. Malayalam film actor Padmapriya Janakiraman, known as Padmapriya, recently shared an incident that happened with her on the sets of a Tamil film years ago, where a filmmaker slapped her in front of several people. The actor added that in place of calling the filmmaker out, the media reports blamed her. Padmapriya’s comments have come in the wake of increased focus on misogyny and sexual abuse in Malayalam cinema following the findings of the Justice Hema committee. (Also read: Chef actor Padmapriya explains her absence from Bollywood) Padmapriya has talked about an unsavoury incident that took place with her on the set of a Tamil film Padmapriya on how she was slapped by a director Padmapriya was addressing an audience at an event in Kozhikode on Tuesday where she made these remarks but without naming the filmmaker in question or revealing which film she was talking …

Shabana Azmi reacts to Hema Committee report at IIFA 2024: ‘Women in India were suppressed across centuries’ | Bollywood

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Sep 28, 2024 06:14 AM IST Shabana Azmi recently reacted to Justice Hema Committee Report. The veteran actor said that Mahesh Bhatt’s Arth is much more relevant in today’s times. Shabana Azmi is known for her strong opinions on issues concerning, cinema, society, politics and women empowerment. The veteran actor recently expressed her views on the Justice Hema Committee Report. Shabana, during her media interactions at IIFA (International Indian Film Academy Awards) 2024, spoke about the current scenario and suppression of women across centuries. (Also read: Vidya Balan shares heartfelt note as Shabana Azmi completes 50 years in Cinema, calls her ‘strongest influence’) Shabana Azmi reflected on the condition of Indian women while reacting to Hema Committee report. Shabana Azmi on Justice Hema Committee Report When asked about the Justice Hema Committee Report, following the harassment faced by female artists in Malayalam cinema, Shabana said, “You must understand that women in India have had their own journey across centuries. From 16th to 21st, they’ve progressed, but are also suppressed. Women have been this contradiction in …

Vikrant Massey says he feels ‘ashamed’ that he is ‘more secure than the opposite sex’: ‘A lot of us need to look at the rot within’ | Bollywood News

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Actor Vikrant Massey, known for his work in films like 12th Fail, Haseen Dilruba, Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, has earned a loyal fan base. The actor, who is now seen in Netflix film Sector 36, recently opened up about his take of the Justice Hema Committee report. He also said that serious offences like rape deserve the worst kind of punishment. In a chat with The Hindu, when Vikrant was asked about his take on the Justice Hema Committee report that exposed the exploitation of women within the Malayalam film industry, he said that he wouldn’t just restrict the lack of women’s safety at workplace to a film set. “I think I would just not narrow it down to a film set. Without discrediting what happened down south in the Malayalam film industry, without discrediting the Hema Committee… but I think I would not want to narrow it down to just what has happened down there. There are equally important issues that need to be looked into,” he said. He added, “As a man I …

Special HC bench to hear matters related to Malayalam film industry sexual abuse | Latest News India

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Sep 05, 2024 02:38 PM IST The Justice Hema Committee report documented systemic sexual abuse of women actors and technicians in the Malayalam film industry A special Kerala high court bench will hear matters related to the Justice Hema Committee report that documented systemic sexual abuse of women actors and technicians in the Malayalam film industry. It was unclear whether the special bench will have a woman judge head. (PTI) A bench of acting Chief Justice A Muhamed Mustaque and Justice S Manu announced the formation of the special bench in open court on Thursday while hearing producer Sajimon Parayil’s appeal against a single-judge bench order approving the decision to release the panel report after redacting sensitive information. It was unclear whether the special bench will have a woman judge head. There was also no clarity on how many judges will be part of it. The special bench is also likely to hear pleas demanding criminal action against those named in the report and a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the allegations of sexual …

Senior Malayalam actor Sheela flays those demanding proof in harassment cases: ‘Can we take selfie when someone suddenly hugs or kisses us?’ | Malayalam News

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The latest wave of the MeToo movement in Kerala has already gained significant momentum and shaken the foundations of many powerhouses, with the accused facing both legal heat and public outrage. Meanwhile, various organisations associated with Malayalam cinema, including the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) and the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA), are also under heavy scrutiny for their actions — or lack thereof — and their past attempts to dismiss similar complaints as isolated cases. The release of the Justice Hema Committee report and several allegations of sexual misconduct that surfaced against many male industry members, including those from AMMA, in its aftermath, has created a rift in the industry, with various celebrities either supporting the survivors or backing the powerhouses that are in denial and have taken a defensive stand. Now, legendary actor Sheela, one of the senior most members of the industry, has come forward extending solidarity to the women who have been facing these challenges. “I know the struggles women go through to act in movies. There are some …

National Commission for Women seeks release of full Hema Committee report | Latest News India

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Sep 01, 2024 07:07 AM IST The National Commission for Women seeks the complete release of the report without retracted portions. Says it is taking steps to address concerns of sex abuse. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has sought the release of the full Justice Hema Committee report. The explosive document established widespread sexual abuse in the Malayalam film industry. NCW Chief Rekha Sharma.(Twitter) The top women’s body, in an official statement, said it has observed some concerning findings in the report which point out to “serious issues” including “workplace harassment, gender-based discrimination, and other forms of exploitation that adversely affect women in the Malayalam film industry.” To address these concerns, the NCW said it has taken steps to seek the complete release of the report, as only parts of it are currently available in public domain, the statement added. The commission also said it is committed to take up these matters with the concerned authorities to ensure that “the rights of women are upheld and that a safe, equitable working environment is fostered …

Bengali female actor levels ‘misbehaviour’ charge against eminent Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith | Bollywood

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Thiruvananthapuram/Kolkata, A Bengali actor has levelled accusation of misbehaviour against eminent Malayalam film director and chairman of the state-run Kerala Chalachitra Academy, Ranjith, spelling fresh trouble for the Pinarayi Vijayan government which is facing opposition heat on its alleged inaction over the Justice Hema Committee report. Bengali female actor levels ‘misbehaviour’ charge against eminent Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith The report had revealed instances of harassment and exploitation of women in the Malayalam cinema industry, prompting calls for action against the guilty. The filmmaker has reportedly rejected Mitra’s charge and said he was the “real victim” in the case. Key LDF constituent CPI was among those seeking a probe into the allegation of Bengali actor Sreelekha Mitra, who has recalled a years-old incident in the backdrop of the ripples being created by the Justice Hema Committee findings. “The person concerned is a big name in Malayalam film industry and a national award winning director. I went to his residence to discuss an upcoming film project and I did not like his behaviour. He made certain advances subtly …

Women face harassment in Malayalam film industry, says Justice Hema Committee report | Bollywood

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Thiruvananthapuram, Justice Hema Committee report released on Monday sheds light on the widespread and persistent sexual harassment faced by women in the Malayalam cinema industry, with many alleging they were subjected to unwanted advances even before commencing work. Women face harassment in Malayalam film industry, says Justice Hema Committee report The report highlighted the widespread nature of the issue, sparking concerns about the safety and well-being of female professionals in the industry. The much-awaited report of the Justice Hema Committee, the government appointed panel in 2019 that studied issues faced by women in the Malayalam film industry, comprises explosive accounts of harassment, exploitation, and ill-treatment being faced by women. “It has come out in evidence that certain men in cinema, who are well-known and well-reputed for their ability as artist, director or whoever he be in the film industry have shocked certain women in cinema by sexual harassment and physical advances made by them towards them,” the expert panel said. The copy of the report was given to the media under the RTI Act after …