The ongoing internal conflict in the Malayalam actors’ association AMMA has escalated after the leadership sent show-cause notices to four members. The notices were allegedly sent to Ansiba Hassan, Tiny Tom, Kuku Parameswaran and Lakshmi Priya.As reported by Asianet News, the four members have been asked to appear before the management between June 1 and June 3 to explain their position on the ongoing dispute within the organization.The latest development comes at a time when tensions within the association have become public. The issue has created huge debates in the Malayalam film industry for the past few weeks.AMMA management is trying to solve the problem before it escalates.
AMMA leadership to listen to Ansiba Hassan
Meanwhile, the association has decided to hear Ansiba Hassan directly regarding the complaints made against Tiny Tom and others.The management has asked to appear in the first week of June. The executive committee is now moving towards a possible solution after hearing the complainant’s side in detail.However, Ansiba has made it clear that it does not currently have confidence in the leadership that manages the problem.He has informed that he has asked for the formation of an impartial committee if his complaints will be properly investigated.According to reports, Ansiba wants actors Ramesh Pisharody, Dhyan Sreenivasan and Mala Parvathy to be part of the panel hearing her allegations.
Ansiba Hassan seeks transparency in the proceedings
In addition to seeking a neutral committee, Ansiba has also requested transparency during the procedure. He demanded that all the discussions and statements presented before the committee be recorded on video.AMMA’s general meeting will be held on June 21. Ahead of the meeting, the executive committee headed by president Shweta Menon is trying to resolve the issue internally.
The allegations against Tiny Tom spark controversy
Ansiba Hassan had earlier publicly stated that she had lost confidence in the institution. He also announced his intention to approach the Home Secretary directly with a complaint against Tiny Tom.According to Ansiba, Tiny Tom was responsible for the resignation of the joint secretary of AMMA. He also accused her of spreading negative statements about him.
