Sexual harassment scandal hits India's Mollywood industry DW 08/29/2024
Briefly

The Hema Committee report highlights a grave reality: "sexual harassment of women is rampant" in the Malayalam film industry, exposing systemic issues deeply embedded in Mollywood.
Following the report’s revelation, many women have bravely come forward, with a senior police officer stating, "Actors are coming out to name and shame their abusers" as courage grows within the community.
The dissolution of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) underscores the seriousness of the Hema report's implications, as the entire executive committee resigned amidst the ongoing scandal.
Ranjith's resignation as chairman of the Kerala Chalachitra Academy reflects the escalating accountability in Mollywood, with him stating, "I will challenge the accusations against me" amidst the fallout.
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