Ansiba Hassan's Resignation from AMMA: Allegations Against Tiny Tom
Ansiba Hassan's Departure from AMMA
Ansiba Hassan, known for her role as Anju George in Mohanlal's Drishyam 3, stepped down from the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) on February 21 of this year. On May 23, she publicly accused actor Tiny Tom and certain AMMA members of making communal remarks and attempting to tarnish her reputation. Ansiba stated that this alleged harassment was the primary reason for her resignation, as she felt unsupported by AMMA leadership when a fellow committee member lodged a false police complaint against her.
Details of the Allegations
Ansiba Hassan accuses Tiny Tom of harassment, reveals why she quit AMMA
In interviews with various media outlets, Ansiba disclosed that Tiny Tom had referred to her as a "jihadi" and accused her of trying to convert others to her religion, suggesting that her Muslim identity was a factor in the targeting. Additionally, rumors regarding her personal life were circulated. Previously, Ansiba served as the joint secretary of AMMA under actress Shwetha Menon, who made history as the first female president of the organization last August.
Ansiba's Decision to Leave AMMA
Despite the turmoil, Ansiba opted not to take legal action and cited personal and professional pressures as her reasons for leaving AMMA. However, she confided in the organization's secretary about the true motivations behind her departure. She also recounted an incident where AMMA did not support her following the false police complaint from a female committee member, leading to significant mental distress for the actress.
Tiny Tom Responds to the Allegations
Tiny Tom denies allegations
In a media interaction in Kochi, Tiny Tom refuted the allegations, labeling them as mere hearsay. He expressed confidence that the AMMA executive committee would investigate the situation thoroughly. Following Ansiba's claims, various figures in the Malayalam film industry voiced their opinions. Actress Priyanka backed Tiny Tom, suggesting that Ansiba should have formally reported her grievances to AMMA. Conversely, Shwetha Menon confirmed that she had received a complaint against Tiny Tom and AMMA vice president Lakshmipriya from Ansiba.
About Drishyam 3
About Drishyam 3
Ansiba's latest project, directed by Jeethu Joseph, is the third installment in the Drishyam series. It premiered in theaters on May 21, coinciding with Mohanlal's birthday. In this film, Mohanlal reprises his role as Georgekutty, a cable TV operator who has been concealing a murder for several years.