Shocking Revelations: Justice Hema Committee Uncovers Extensive Sexual Harassment in Malayalam Cinema

The Justice Hema Committee report highlights pervasive sexual harassment in the Malayalam film industry. Released after five years, it documents instances of harassment and exploitation faced by women, urging for strict police action. It also reveals that fear deters many victims from speaking out, making industry safety a critical concern.

The Justice Hema Committee report released on Monday reveals the alarming extent of sexual harassment in the Malayalam cinema industry, with numerous accounts of unwanted advances faced by women even before they start work.

This much-awaited report, commissioned by the government in 2019, uncovers rampant harassment, exploitation, and ill-treatment of female professionals.

Shocking revelations detail instances where intoxicated individuals harassed female actors, causing many victims to fear reprisal and refrain from police complaints. The report urges for FIRs against crimes in the industry, which is alleged to be controlled by a 'criminal gang'.

(With inputs from agencies.)