The cloud over Ranjith, Malayalam film industry’s ‘man’s man’, darkens
Indian Express·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Malayalam actor-director-producer Ranjith was arrested March 31 on sexual harassment charges. A young actress accused him of sexual assault at a film set this year. This is the third allegation against him following the Hema Committee report on women's issues in Malayalam cinema. Ranjith, known for films like Devasuram and Pranchiyettan, faces scrutiny over past dialogues objectifying women.
Key Entities
Ranjith BalakrishnanMalayalam film industryHema Committee reportKerala Chalachitra AcademyMohanlalMammoottyPrithviraj SukumaranWomen in Cinema Collective