Tanaav season 2 director Sudhir Mishra discussed the Hema Committee controversy, saying, 'I have talked to some women I know from Kerala, who are...'

Aug. 30, 2024, 10 a.m.

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Renowned director Sudhir Mishra, celebrated for his groundbreaking films like Yeh Woh Manzil To Nahin, Dharavi, Main Zinda Hoon, Is Raat Ki Subah Nahin, Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Khoya Khoya Chand, Yeh Saali Zindagi, Inkaar, Afwaah, and others, is currently preparing for the premiere of the second season of Tanaav.

The director shared his perspective on the Hema Committee report, which detailed the instances of sexual harassment faced by actresses and women working behind the scenes in the Malayalam film industry.

Advertisement “I dedicated an entire film to this (Inkaar). What more can I say? There are those who tweet and rejoice in their tweets. But I'm a filmmaker,” said Mishra during his conversation with News18.

“So, whether it's the country's politics or false propaganda—a theme explored in Afwaah—if it's a topic I feel compelled to address, I make a film about it. Whenever I feel the need to express my thoughts on a subject, and whenever there's exploitation, I create a film to highlight the obvious. If you've seen Inkaar, you'll recognize the nuances within it,” he added.

The filmmaker disclosed that he is actively trying to understand the situation in the Malayalam film industry and has been engaging in conversations with women who are founding members of the Women In Cinema Collective.

Advertisement “We are discussing the Kerala film industry, but we lack understanding of its intricacies. I'm unaware of what went wrong. There's a committee, and many responsible individuals are involved. I have spoken to some women I know from Kerala, who are now in leadership positions, and I trust them greatly. I'm not sure if I'm authorized to disclose their names,” Mishra stated.

The Chameli director expressed hope for a positive change in Mollywood, adding, “I believe they will handle it. I'm confident Kerala will manage effectively. Beyond that, I don't have specific information. It's unfair to comment on a situation you don't fully understand. However, in Bombay, a significant transformation has occurred. Better times are already upon us.”

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