Director Aashiq Abu Resigns Over FEFKA's Silence on Hema Report

Director Aashiq Abu has resigned from the Directors' Union of the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) due to its inaction over the Justice Hema Committee report. The report highlights sexual harassment in the Malayalam film industry. Abu criticized FEFKA's silence and its failure to address the issue responsibly.

Noted director Aashiq Abu on Friday resigned from the Directors' Union of the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA), citing its 'damning silence' over the recent Hema Committee report. The report reveals widespread sexual harassment of women by directors and actors in the Malayalam film industry.

Abu's resignation comes amid growing frustration among FEFKA members, who have criticized General Secretary B Unnikrishnan for his lack of response. In his resignation letter, Abu expressed disappointment with the organization's press release, which promised a reaction only after further study.

He accused the leadership of FEFKA of failing in its social responsibility and announced his resignation from the primary membership. The Justice Hema Committee, established after the 2017 actress assault case, exposed several instances of harassment. In response, the Kerala government has formed a special investigation team to look into the allegations.