Facing sexual assault allegation, Drishyam actor Siddique steps down from Malayalam actors' association
The allegation came in the wake of Justice Hema Committee report, which revealed numerous incidents of harassment and exploitation of women in the Malayalam cinema industry
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Siddique with actors Jomol and Ananya (PTI)
KOCHI: Malayalam actor Siddique, known for his work in dozens of films, including Drishyam, stepped down from the post of general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Actors (AMMA) after facing allegation of sexually assaulting a woman actor.
Talking to a television channel, the senior actor said he had sent his resignation letter to the President of the organisation, Mohanlal.
Also read: Justice Hema Committee report reveals horrifying stories of women harassment in Malayalam cinema
"Yes. I have tendered my official resignation to the president of the organisation, Mohanlal. Since there were allegations against me, I have decided not to continue in the post and resigned," Siddique said.
A female actor had on Saturday alleged Siddique had sexually abused her after inviting her for a movie discussion.
The allegations came in the wake of the churn in the Malayalam film industry following the release of Justice Hema Committee report, which pointed towards numerous incidents of casting couch and sexual abuse in the field.
The report had revealed instances of harassment and exploitation of women in the Malayalam cinema industry, prompting calls for action against the guilty.
