Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra withdraws from Kochi seminar, accuses director Ranjith of sexual harassment in 2009, leading to his resignation.

Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra has withdrawn from a seminar in Kochi following her allegations of sexual harassment against film director Ranjith. She filed a complaint with police, recounting an incident in 2009 where Ranjith allegedly made inappropriate physical advances. Mitra cited emotional distress and media scrutiny as reasons for her withdrawal. Ranjith has since resigned from his position as chairman of the Kerala State Chalachithra Academy.

September 01, 2024
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