Revathy, Padmapriya quit AMMA: Actors say years of seeking change met with ‘silence’ | Malayalam Movie News
Mollywood actress Revathy Asha Kelunni is Padmapriya Janakiraman has resigned from the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). The two actors announced their retirement through a statement shared on Instagram on Monday.The actors said they remained hopeful that the organization would bring real change. However, after waiting for a change, they decided to leave their original membership.
A compound word describes a choice
In their statement, Revathy and Padmapriya said they have always sought a professional environment based on fairness, safety and accountability.Their statement reads, “Today, we are giving up our first AMMA membership Not in anger, not in haste. Between us we have dedicated many years to this industry, and we care where it is going. For many years the question was simple: safety, respect, accountability and equal treatment. What we experienced was silence, and a gradual realization that the organization, as it stands, is not ready for change. “They also wrote, “Malayalam cinema will always be ours to love and work for. This is not dependent on membership. Scroll down to hear all our voices. See you at the cinema, Revathy and Padmapriya #AMMA #MalayalamCinema #WomenInCinema #Mollywood #kerala.”In their right-swipe image, the bottom line reads, “Organizations endure not because people exist, but because they are trusted. We leave this chapter clear and hopeful.”
Social media users add support
The announcement drew a lot of attention on social media. Another user wrote, “@revathyasha respect yourself in everything!! Our support and love for you and the nation just goes up!! Kudos”Another said, “Always a good choice”. A third user added, “More power to ashama and respect for what… Good choice.”
AMMA continues to experience organizational dysfunction
The resignation comes at a time of major events within AMMA. The board recently saw a 17-member executive committee, led by the actor resign Shwetha Menon. The decision followed a no-confidence motion and extensive discussion at the association’s annual meeting in Kochi.After the resignation of the executive committee, AMMA appointed an ad-hoc committee to oversee the activities of the association. The interim team is headed by Ramesh Pisharody.
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