Malayalam Director Ranjith Quits Kerala Film Academy Over Misconduct Charges

Ace Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith stepped down as the chairman of the state-run Kerala Chalachitra Academy on Sunday, following public outcry for his resignation after Bengali actor Sreelekha Mitra accused him of misbehaving with her.

Ranjith communicated his decision to Cultural Affairs Minister Saji Cherian, stating that he is unwilling to continue in the position in light of the allegations against him.

Mitra revealed to the media that Ranjith had misbehaved with her when she was invited to his residence to discuss a project in 2009.