FIR registered against Kollam based Mukesh M actor-CPI (M) MLA in modesty outrage case
FIR registered against Kollam based Mukesh M actor-CPI (M) MLA in modesty outrage case
Kerala Police has registered FIR against actor Mukesh, CPI (M) MLA from Kollam constituency on the grounds of the complaint of the actress for outrage of her modesty.
The police also added that another FIR has also been registered against actor Jayasurya on the complaint of the same actress, under section 354 which deals with intent to outrage modesty. Special Investigation Team (SIT) has recorded the statement of the actress yesterday.
Muneer has accused actors Mukesh M, Jayasurya, Maniyanpilla Raju, and Idavela Babu of both verbal and physical abuse during their collaborations on film projects.
While speaking to a news agency Muneer detailed her experiences, alleging a range of misconduct and claiming that once, as was coming out from the toilet, Jayasurya hugged her from behind and even forcefully kissed her. After that, Idavela Babu expressed his interest in a sexual relationship with her.
She further characterized
troubling interactions with Maniyanpilla Raju, including inappropriate suggestions regarding her hotel accommodation.
The allegations figured shortly following the resignation of director Ranjith and actor Siddique from their positions in the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), after separate accusations against them.
Muneer’s allegations were initially shared on her Facebook page, where she recounted a series of incidents dating back to 2013.
Muneer wrote that she was writing to report a series of incidents of physical and verbal abuse suffered by her at the hands of Mukesh, Maniyanpilla Raju, Idavela Babu, Jayasurya, Advocate Chandrasekharan, production controller Noble and Vichu.
She even stated that the abuse led her to bid adieu to the Malayalam film industry and move to Chennai.
In response to these serious accusations, actor Mukesh M, also a Member of the Legislative Assembly, issued a press release asserting his innocence.
On sexual abuse allegations in the Malayalam film industry, Kerala BJP President K Surendran asserts that allegations have been made against actor-sitting MLA Mukesh but the CM is not demanding his resignation. Ranjith has resigned from his post in AMMA…
In response to the allegations raised against him and other film industry colleagues, he welcomes the ongoing investigations. A fair and transparent inquiry is crucial to uncover the truth behind the accusations being discussed in the public domain.
He went on to add that since being both an actor and a public representative, he holds a deep responsibility towards society. Coming from a family with a rich theatrical tradition, I am perhaps more capable than most of understanding the pain and concerns of those in the arts.
His mother, who began acting at the age of fourteen, continues to perform at the age of eighty-seven. He has no qualms with those who seek to politically target her. Similar accusations were made against her (Muneer) way back in 2018 as part of a political drama, which the public dismissed. In the face of those now attempting to judge her, she is providing certain clarifications backed by evidence to project her innocence,” Mukesh M added in the press note.
Mukesh alleged that Muneer earlier had sought financial assistance and attempted to blackmail him. This group, which has been persistently blackmailing him for money, has now turned against him at this opportune moment.
He has called for a thorough and transparent investigation to clear his name.
The controversy is further intensified by the recent release of a redacted version of the Justice Hema Committee report, which outlines various cases of harassment and exploitation in the Malayalam film industry.
The report highlights the dominance of a small group of male figures within the industry and their control over its operations.
On the grounds of these revelations, the Kerala government has decided to form a special investigation team to address the allegations.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced the formation of this team in response to growing public and media scrutiny.
According to an official release from the CM’s Office, in the light of recent interviews and statements from several women in the Malayalam film industry detailing the hardships they have faced, they have convened a meeting with senior police officials to ensure a thorough investigation.
News Edit K.V.Raman
