Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra complained to Kochi City Police on Monday (August 26) against film director Ranjith, just a day after his resignation as chairman of the Kerala State Chalachithra Academy. Mitra’s complaint follows her recent public allegations of sexual misconduct after the release of the Hema committee report. In an interview with journalist Barkha Dutt, she discussed the broader issue within the Bengali film industry, stating, "Nobody gets raped ‘raped’ in this industry." Mitra emphasised that misconduct isn’t limited to men; women are also involved, stressing it’s not just about gender discrimination. She also reflected on the #MeToo movement, affirming that "the Casting Couch is Real," highlighting ongoing issues from Kolkata to Kerala. Sreelekha Mitra Files Sexual Harassment Complaint Against Director Ranjith After His Resignation From Kerala State Chalachithra Academy.

Sreelekha Mitra Talks About #MeToo Moment

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