Samantha Ruth Prabhu urges Telangana Government to publish report on sexual harassment in Telugu cinema

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has taken a bold stand in advocating for women's rights in the Telugu film industry. Recently, she shared an impactful Instagram story urging the Telangana government to release a subcommittee report submitted by The Voice of Women, a support group established to champion the rights of women in the Telugu film industry (TFI). Samantha’s public endorsement has brought significant attention to this cause.

In her post, Samantha praised the Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) in Kerala for its vital role in bringing sexual harassment in the film industry to the forefront. Her story read, “We, the women of the Telugu film industry, welcome the Hema Committee report and applaud the persistent efforts of the WCC in Kerala, which has laid the path to this moment.” By drawing parallels with the WCC’s successful advocacy for women’s rights in Malayalam cinema, Samantha stressed the urgent need for similar action within the Telugu industry.

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Samantha also highlighted that The Voice of Women was established in 2019, inspired by the WCC’s dedication to justice and safe working environments. She called on the Telangana government to publish the subcommittee report, which addresses sexual harassment in the industry. Samantha believes that releasing this report could pave the way for the implementation of stringent policies by both the government and the industry to protect women and ensure a safe and respectful work environment.

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu's advocacy represents a significant step toward change within the industry. By leveraging her platform to spotlight this crucial issue, she is not only amplifying the voices of women who have long sought justice but also inspiring others to join the movement for a safer and more equitable working environment.