Justice Hema Committee report reveals widespread gender discrimination, unequal pay, and unsafe conditions in Kerala's Malayalam film industry.
The Justice Hema Committee report, investigating issues faced by women in Kerala's Malayalam film industry, has been released. The report highlights widespread gender discrimination, unequal pay, and unsafe working conditions, including a casting couch culture where women are pressured to make compromises. Recommendations include equal pay for all, banning drugs and alcohol on movie sets, ensuring safe living spaces for women in the industry, and arranging their travel. The report also suggests prohibiting bans imposed on individuals within the industry and emphasizes that the glamour of the film industry is only surface-level, with serious issues lurking beneath.
August 19, 2024
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