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Two women have accused Malayalam filmmaker Sajin Baabu of sexual assault, sharing their traumatic experiences

Two women have accused Malayalam filmmaker Sajin Baabu of sexual assault, sharing their traumatic experiences. The incidents allegedly occurred a few years ago. Still, the women have only recently come forward, partly due to the support of the Hema Committee, which investigates similar allegations in the Malayalam film industry. The first woman described how Sajin attempted to rape her in a room at the Sangeeta Nataka Akademi in Thrissur. She recounted how he apologized profusely after the incident, but his actions left her traumatized. The second woman shared a similar story, detailing how Sajin coerced her into staying at a building reserved for the film crew and made unwanted physical contact. Sajin has acknowledged his actions were wrong and attributed them to his upbringing in a patriarchal society.

However, the survivors have questioned the sincerity of his apologies, describing them as performative rather than genuine. They allege that Sajin only apologized after learning about their testimonies to the Hema Committee, suggesting that his remorse was more about protecting his reputation than acknowledging the harm he caused. The Hema Committee has played a crucial role in bringing these allegations to light, providing a platform for survivors to share their experiences and seek justice. The accusations against Sajin Baabu have sparked a renewed call for systemic change within the Malayalam film industry, with a growing demand for stronger policies and mechanisms to protect women from sexual harassment.