Minu Muneer alleges harassment by Mukesh, Jayasurya, and others.
A wave of shock has rippled through the Malayalam film industry as actor Minu Muneer accused prominent stars M Mukesh, Jayasurya, Maniyanpilla Raju, and Idavela Babu of sexual harassment and abuse. Her allegations come amidst an ongoing investigation into similar misconduct within the industry, following shocking revelations by the Justice K Hema Committee.
Minu Muneer detailed her harrowing experiences in a Facebook post and subsequent interview with NDTV. She described incidents of unwanted physical contact, verbal abuse, and threats made by these actors. The allegations have sparked outrage and calls for justice, particularly as the industry grapples with a culture of impunity for such behavior.
In response, actor Maniyanpilla Raju has demanded a thorough investigation into the allegations, while Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has announced the formation of a special team to probe the matter. The industry is now facing increasing pressure to address the pervasive issue of sexual harassment and abuse.
