Siddique Resigns Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

Renowned actor Siddique has resigned as the general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (A.M.M.A.) following allegations of sexual assault by a female actor on August 24. The resignation is part of the ongoing controversy in the Malayalam film industry regarding sexual harassment and abuse.

Renowned actor Siddique resigned as the general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (A.M.M.A.) on Sunday, following sexual assault allegations levied by a female actor on August 24.

Speaking to a television channel, Siddique confirmed that he had sent his resignation letter to the President of A.M.M.A., Mohanlal.

The female actor accused Siddique of sexually abusing her after inviting her for a movie discussion. The allegations are part of a broader controversy in the Malayalam film industry, highlighted by the release of the Justice Hema Committee report, which details numerous incidents of casting couch and sexual abuse.