Mohanlal Has Lost Ability To Respond: AMMA Prez's Silence Questioned After Hema Committee Findings

Mollywood #MeToo: The exposé in the Hema Committee Report has led to a political storm in the Malayalam film industry. The report details 17 issues faced by women professionals in Mollywood, ranging from sexual harassment to pay disparity. The seriousness of the findings has prompted questioning of all stakeholders in the industry. Actor Shammi Thilakan has questioned Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) President Mohanlal's silence in the matter.

Shammi Thilakan says Mohanlal has 'lost his ability respond'

In a media interaction, Shammi Thilakan, son of veteran actor Thilakan, said AMMA President Mohanlal has “lost his ability to respond” following the rise of reporting of #MeToo cases in the Malayalam film industry.

Speaking in the context of recent controversies, Shammi stated, “Idols that must be broken must be broken. Idols that have shown betrayal must be torn down." He further added, "Those who have eaten salt must drink water," suggesting that individuals must face the consequences of their actions.

He added that the accused will face consequences, saying, “I live in fear too. The term ‘power group’ was used by the Hema Committee, and their report contains evidence of its existence. We can identify who is part of that group based on this evidence.”

Shammi Thilakan’s reaction to Siddique’s resignation from AMMA chairman post

Shammi Thilakan said, “I don’t think Siddique’s resignation is poetic justice, but maybe my father might feel that way.” For the unversed, Siddique, a veteran Malayalam actor, resigned as the general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) on Sunday, August 25. This came after an actress alleged being sexually abused by him.

According to a report in PTI, Siddique spoke to the media and said he had sent his resignation letter to the President of the organisation, Mohanlal. 

Who is Shammi Thilakan?

Shammi Thilakan is an actor and dubbing artist who works in Malayalam films. He is the son of late actor Thilakan. His notable works include, Sargavasantham,  Street, Bhoopathi, Manikyakoodaram, Indian Rupee and King of Kotha among others.

His work as a dubbing artist include, Odiyan, Pramani, Black Butterfly, No.66 Madhura Bus, The Warrant, Indrapastham, Arabia and Spadikam.