Rumblings within Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) as some members gear up to push no-confidence motion against Shweta Menon's leadership. This unfolds at annual general meeting in Kochi, where controversies are boiling over.
Dissenters unhappy with how current administration runs daily operations. They say disputes among members,some reaching police,aren't being handled . Draft of no-confidence motion, making rounds among AMMA members,demands Menon-led committee step down. It suggests forming ad-hoc committee to manage until new leaders take charge.
Document lists grievances against current leadership. Missed annual star show with private channel. Controversial liquor party during International Film Festival of Kerala. Internal conflicts unresolved. Criticism too for delay in sharing annual report,financials before meeting .
Despite excitement when Menon, Cuckoo Parameswaran became general secretary in 2025 — hailed as landmark for female leadership in AMMA — challenges have piled up . Deep rifts now evident in the 32-year-old association.
Recent incidents add fuel to fire. Ansiba Hassan quit as joint secretary,vice-president Lakshmipriya filed complaints against each other. Treasurer Unni Shivpal on forced leave after police complaint from AMMA employee. Hassan accused Tiny Tom of defamatory,communal comments,leading her to police. And Neena Kurup reported Tom for alleged abusive language,attempted assault.
As meeting continues,AMMA's leadership future uncertain. Tensions could rise with no-confidence motion and member disputes...
