Kochi: Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly has found himself in the middle of a serious controversy after being accused of sexual harassment. A woman recently filed a complaint against him and five others at a police station in Ernakulam, Kerala. The incident is said to have occurred in Dubai in November 2023. However, Nivin has strongly denied the allegations, calling them completely false.
Nivin Pauly’s Response to the Accusations
On the night of September 3, Nivin Pauly held a press conference to address the serious accusations against him. He expressed his shock at the allegations and stated that he does not even know the woman who has accused him. “I just saw the news. I don’t know the woman, and I haven’t seen her. This is a baseless allegation,” Nivin said during the press conference. He added that the news is affecting him deeply because he has a family and that he is 100% sure he is not at fault.
Nivin further stated that he will take the legal route to clear his name. He assured that he will handle the case according to the law and is ready to go to any extent to prove his innocence. “An FIR has been filed and I will fight it. It will take time, but I am determined to prove the truth,” he said.
Background of the Allegations
The woman’s complaint has added to the turmoil in the Malayalam film industry, which has been under scrutiny ever since the Justice Hema Committee report was released. The report highlighted several cases of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse faced by actresses in the industry. Many prominent names have been mentioned in connection with these issues, and now, Nivin Pauly’s name has also been linked to the controversy.
According to the woman’s complaint, Nivin Pauly allegedly raped her under the pretext of offering her a role in a film. Nivin is the sixth person named in the complaint, which also includes Malayalam producer AK Sunil and others. The woman has accused each of the six people of wrongdoing on different occasions.
Nivin Pauly’s Commitment to Legal Action
Nivin Pauly’s response to these allegations has been firm. He made it clear that he will not let these accusations go unanswered. His decision to address the media late at night shows his determination to clear his name and protect his family’s reputation. By choosing to fight the allegations legally, Nivin hopes to bring out the truth and prove his innocence.
The Malayalam film industry is currently facing a period of intense scrutiny, with many shocking revelations coming to light. Nivin Pauly’s case adds another layer to the ongoing discussions about harassment and exploitation in the industry. As the legal process unfolds, all eyes will be on how this case develops.
