Filmmaker Ranjith Resigns Amid Misconduct Allegations

Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith resigned as chairman of Kerala Chalachitra Academy following allegations of misbehaviour by a Bengali actress. Ranjith believes continuing would harm the Left government’s reputation and vows to fight the accusations legally. His resignation follows intense protests and the opposition’s call for his departure.

Acclaimed Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith resigned as the chairman of Kerala Chalachitra Academy on Sunday after allegations of misbehavior surfaced from a Bengali actress.

In an audio clip sent to a television channel, Ranjith stated that continuing in his position might damage the reputation of the Left government in Kerala.

He plans to legally contest the accusations, which he considers baseless. His resignation follows severe protests against him and pressures from opposition parties, Congress and BJP, who argued he had no moral right to remain in office.

(With inputs from agencies.)