Sonia Malhar Accuses Young Malayalam Star of Inappropriate Behaviour
Sonia Malhar’s Brave Revelation
Actor Sonia Malhar has accused a prominent young actor in the Malayalam film industry of inappropriate behaviour on a film set in 2013. Speaking to the media, Sonia alleged that the incident took place in Thodupuzha when she was working as a junior artist.
Incident Details
According to her account, the actor physically grabbed her without consent, forcing her to free herself from his hold. This revelation follows the release of the Hema Committee Report, which has led several female artists to share their experiences of sexual harassment involving members of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
- Sonia recounted the events, describing how she was given costumes at the shooting location, which was set in a farm-like area.
- She said the incident occurred as she was returning from the toilet when the actor, whom she had not previously met, suddenly grabbed her.
- The director had introduced the actor as the hero of the film, which initially excited her as a newcomer.
Aftermath of the Incident
However, she expressed fear and discomfort when the actor allegedly misbehaved with her. Sonia also claimed that the actor expressed a liking for her and requested her phone number, which she declined to provide. She reported the incident to her husband, and the actor later apologized.
Sonia stated that her decision to speak out now is intended to challenge the perception that women in the film industry are easy targets for exploitation. She also noted that her refusal to tolerate inappropriate behaviour on film sets has cost her opportunities, as she believes certain roles were denied to her because she spoke out.Sonia, who previously worked at an insurance company, made her acting debut in the film Pulivaal Pattanam in 2012. She is also actively involved in charitable activities, focusing on education, poverty alleviation, and healthcare.
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