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In a statement, the association said the administrative panel resigned as such, taking moral responsibility for the allegations read more
 "Malayalam veteran Mohanlal resigns as AMMA president amid heavy criticism")
In the wake of various sexual allegations cropping up against many of its members, all office-bearers of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) including its president and top actor Mohanlal, resigned from their positions on Tuesday.
In a statement, the association said the administrative panel resigned as such, taking moral responsibility for the allegations.
The new administrative panel would be elected within two months after convening a general body meeting, it said.
The Association also thanked everyone for criticising and correcting them, the statement added.
Hema Commission’s newly released report has exposed some shocking revelations about the Malayalam Film Industry, known for its out-of-the-box yet relevant stories. The report is also an expose of the toxicity of the people that work there and how they have been misusing their power and clout to prey on women that have the desire to act and be on celluloid.
While the casting couch continued to be a significant issue, sexual favours and compromises have created a dangerous and unequal environment in Mollywood. “Was shocked to hear accounts of sexual abuse, harassment faced by victims in Malayalam film industry,” the report which was released after 5 years.
Why was the report delayed?
The release of the much-awaited Justice K Hema Committee report, which studied issues faced by women in the Malayalam film industry, was delayed as the Kerala government on reportedly decided to wait for the outcome of an actress’ plea against its publication.
Earlier, the publication of the report, which was to be released on July 24, was put on hold by the Kerala High Court on a plea moved by a Malayalam film producer.
Subsequently, the High Court dismissed the plea on August 13 and directed the government to make the report public within a week from then.
What does the report say?
“Women in cinema frequently feel unsafe going to work alone. Numerous testimonies reveal that sexual demands are commonly tied to employment opportunities, making it vastly different from other professions. In fields like teaching, medicine, or engineering, women are not subjected to such conditions. For these jobs, demonstrating one’s skills and passing an interview is usually enough to secure employment. However, in the film industry, the casting couch remains a troubling reality,” the report observed.
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