Kerala: Police issue lookout notice against Malayam actor in rape case
The case is currently being handled by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) set up by the Kerala government, specifically focusing on cases of sexual harassment and misconduct in the Malayalam film industry. The police in Thiruvananthapuram registered the case against Siddique on August 27, following accusations of rape and criminal intimidation made by a young female actor. While Siddique has denied all the charges, stating that they are part of a smear campaign, the legal process is ongoing, and a court order is pending.
The allegations against Siddique have garnered significant attention, especially as they come at a time when the Malayalam film industry is grappling with the fallout of multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. Over the last few years, the industry has been shaken by a series of revelations brought forward by female actors and crew members as part of the «Me Too» movement.
In the aftermath of the allegations, Siddique resigned from his position as general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), a powerful body within the Malayalam film industry. His resignation led to the entire 17-member executive committee of AMMA stepping down as well, signifying the gravity of the situation. Siddique’s case is just one among many in a growing list of accusations leveled at high-profile figures in the Malayalam film industry.
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