Actress Shwetha Menon recently stepped into her new role as president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). She made a big impact right from her very first meeting. It looks like a new era is beginning for the organization.
The Malayalam Movie Artists Association (AMMA) held its 32nd executive committee meeting on August 22nd. This important gathering happened at their headquarters in Kaloor, Kochi. Shwetha Menon, the recently elected president, led the meeting. She quickly made it clear that her top priority is the well-being and protection of all members.
She kicked off her presidency by zeroing in on member safety and welfare. This first meeting blended both online and in-person attendance. It showed her commitment to reaching everyone in the association.
Tackling Tough Issues Head-On
Shwetha Menon didn’t shy away from recent controversies. She specifically addressed claims about female members being asked to go to a hotel. To get to the bottom of these serious allegations, she announced a special committee would be formed. This new committee is a big step towards accountability.
On top of that, she confirmed that several sub-committees will also be created. These groups will handle various complaints raised by AMMA members. She personally promised the media, “I will listen to each member’s complaint myself.” Her goal is to ensure every issue finds a resolution, offering comfort to many.
A Look at Shwetha Menon’s Journey
For those unfamiliar, Shwetha Menon is a well-known Indian actress, a television host, and a model. Her work has mainly been in Malayalam and Hindi films. She first began her career as a model in the 1990s. She even competed in the Femina Miss India contest in 1994, placing in the top 5.
Her acting journey started with the Malayalam film ‘Anaswaram’. Later, she made her mark in Hindi cinema with movies like ‘Bandhan’, ‘Ishq’, and ‘Ashoka’. She has earned two Kerala State Film Awards for her powerful performances. These include roles in popular Malayalam films such as ‘Paleri Manikyam’ and ‘Salt N’ Pepper’.