INTELLIGENT INDIA

South Indian Films specially Malayalam movies got hype after covid times on OTT platform. We call it Mollywood and we have seen its highs—award-winning films and a passionate global fanbase—and its lows, especially the systemic issues harming its women. The Justice Hema Committee report, released in August 2024, sparked a #MeToo wave, exposing a grim reality of sexual harassment, exploitation, and power imbalances. Female actors have bravely shared their stories, naming prominent figures, while political ties seem to protect some accused, like Shine Tom Chacko. Here’s a human look at the reported cases and the political dynamics at play, based on what’s known as of April 18, 2025. The Justice Hema Committee: A Wake-Up Call In 2017, the abduction and assault of actress Bhavana Menon shocked Kerala, leading to the formation of the Justice Hema Committee, led by retired Justice K. Hema, actress Sharada, and retired IAS officer KB Valsala Kumari. Their 290-page report, submitted in 2019 b...

After nude video leak controversy, Sanjjanaa (Sanjana) duped of Rs 28 lakh in chit fund scam

Actress Sanjjanaa (Sanjana) has been cheated to the tune of Rs 28 lakh by a chit fund. The Dandupalya 2 girl has now lodged a complaint against Prassiddhi Chit Fund on grounds of fraud with Malleswaram police station in Bengaluru.

Khauf Series Review: A Haunting Blend of Horror and Social Commentary

Khauf, an eight-episode Hindi horror-thriller streaming on Amazon Prime Video, delivers a chilling narrative that transcends the typical tropes of the genre. Created and written by Smita Singh (noted as Smita Sen in some sources, likely a typo), and directed by Pankaj Kumar and Surya Balakrishnan, the series masterfully intertwines psychological horror with a poignant commentary on women’s safety in contemporary India. With a stellar cast led by Monika Panwar and Rajat Kapoor, Khauf is a compelling addition to the horror genre, elevated by its atmospheric dread and emotional depth. Plot and Themes Set in the gritty underbelly of Delhi, Khauf follows Madhu (Monika Panwar), a young woman from Gwalior who relocates to the capital seeking a fresh start after a traumatic past. She moves into a low-cost women’s hostel, unaware that her room harbors a violent history. The hostel’s residents, including Nikki, Komal, Lana, and Rima (played by Rashmi Zurail Mann, Riya Shukla, Chum Darang, and Pr...