A significant portion of the report was omitted for the privacy of those who testified before the commission.
The Justice Hema Commission report on the systemic abuse of women in the Malayalam film industry was released by the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government on Monday.
The commission was led by retired high court judge K. Hema, veteran actress Sarada, and former civil servant K B Vatsalakumari.
Malayalam Film Industry Is Ruled By "Mafia", Exposes Power Abuse And Sexual Exploitation
"Compromise and adjustment are two terms which are very familiar among women in the Malayalam film industry and by doing so," the report said
The Justice K. Hema Committee report on the condition of women in the Malayalam film industry has made startling revelations about the deep-seated issues in this "male-dominated" sector.
The report, which had been delayed for years, sheds light on the harrowing experiences of women working in the industry. According to the report, the industry is controlled by a "mafia" that includes top actors, directors, and producers, creating a hostile environment for women.
The Committee, formed in 2017 to investigate the challenges faced by women in the Malayalam film industry, was left in shock after hearing testimonies from several female actors.
The report highlights the ineffectiveness of the Internal Complaints Committees set up for each film and urges the state government to find new methods to protect the interests of women in the industry.
"According to women in cinema, harassment starts from the very inception. It is revealed from the statements of various witnesses who were examined before the committee that the production controller or whoever gives an offer for a role in cinema first approaches the woman/girl or if it is the other way and a woman -approaches any person in cinema seeking a chance in cinema, she is told that she has to make adjustments and compromise to take her in cinema.
Compromise and adjustment are two terms which are very familiar among women in the Malayalam film industry and by doing so, they are asked to make themselves available for s*x on demand," the report said.
Last week, the Kerala High Court allowed the release of the report, with the condition that names and sensitive information be redacted to protect the identities of those involved. Despite some attempts to delay its release, the 295-page report was made public on Monday.
However, 63 pages of the initial 295-page report have been redacted before its release under the RTI Act. It details the extent of the control exerted by the so-called "mafia," which reportedly silences anyone who dares to raise a complaint, subjecting them to severe repercussions.
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