Revathy Responds To Allegations In Ranjith's Case (Facebook image@ Revathy Asha)
The Malayalam film industry is roiling with allegations ever since the revelation of the Hema Committee Report. Shocking allegations pop up every other day. In one such case, a young man who initially accused director Ranjith of sexual misconduct, implicated Revathy, veteran actress and filmmaker, in the scandal.
In her interview with Times of India, Revathy denied the allegations. The man said Renjith took explicit photos of him and sent them to Revathy, stating that she “liked” the pictures, as told by Renjith.
Denying the allegations, Revathy said she did not receive any such photos and therefore does not need to comment on the matter. She said, “I am aware of the news circulating in the media involving Ranjith and me. But I have not received any such alleged photo. So there is no need to comment further on the same”.
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After the man’s allegations came out, Revathy was subjected to criticism and trolls online.
As per media reports, Ranjith called the man, who was looking for opportunities to act, to Bengaluru Taj Hotel. When he got to the room, the film maker forced him to drink alcohol. It was alleged that Ranjith stripped the man naked, tortured him, and took pictures of him in the vulnerable state.
The man said the director was talking to a lady when he first entered the room. He said the Ranjith openly admitted that he sent the pictures to Revathy.
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A case has been filed against Ranjith. The said incident happened in 2012. A separate case has already been filed in Ranjith’s name by a Bengali actress for misbehaving.
Earlier, while speaking to the national media in the wake Hema Committee Report, Revathy said it should not be treated as jokes with the intention of shaming people. “The aim of the Hema Commission report is to ensure safe places for people within the film industry. The changes brought within the industry will reflect in society too. People should set aside their egos and work in this direction. The revelations should not be treated as jokes with the intention to shame people”.
