Kochi (Kerala) [India], September 24 (ANI): The Kerala High Court on Tuesday dismissed the anticipatory bail application filed by actor Siddique, seeking bail in a case relating to sexual assault of a woman actor. The decision comes in the wake of an ongoing investigation by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed to address incidents of sexual misconduct within the industry. Also Read | 'Thunderbolts': Did Teaser Trailer Finally Answer Who Bought Tony Stark's Avengers Tower? Here's What We Know!.
The allegations were brought to light by a woman actor, who filed a complaint leading to a First Information Report (FIR) being registered by the police in Thiruvananthapuram. Siddique has categorically denied the accusations, and a comprehensive court order is pending. Also Read | 'Bigg Boss 17' Winner Munawar Faruqui Purchases INR 6.
09 Crore Luxurious Apartment in Mumbai's Wadala. This legal development follows Siddique's request for anticipatory bail on September 2, in response to a rape case lodged against him. Malayalam film industry has recently been rocked by a "Me Too" movement exposing various allegations of sexual abuse.
In light of the allegations, Siddique resigned from his position as general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA), along with the entire 17-member executive committee. Serious accusations have been made by several women actors against prominent figures in the industry, including director Ranjith and actors Mukesh, Siddique and o.