Rift in AMMA triggers fresh row over ‘power group’ in Malayalam cinema
Internal conflict within the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) has intensified following allegations regarding a 'power group' mentioned in the Hema Committee report. Actor Shwetha Menon is facing pressure to disclose names of individuals allegedly working against her.
Why it matters
The controversy reflects broader systemic issues regarding workplace safety and power dynamics within the Indian film industry.
The allegation by actor Shwetha Menon that the ‘power group’ named in the Hema Committee report is working against her has triggered a fresh bout of infighting within the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA).
Her rival camp has asked her to divulge the names of those named in the Hema Committee report. They have accused her of using it as a ploy to tide over the failure of the executive panel of the association led by her in managing the affairs of the actors’ body.
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