Unni Mukundan steps down as treasurer of Malayalam actors’ physique AMMA

Unni Mukundan (file)
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Actor Unni Mukundan has stepped down from the submit of treasurer of the Affiliation of Malayalam Film Artistes (AMMA), citing elevated work strain {and professional} commitments.

In a social media submit on Tuesday (January 14, 2024), he stated that the “tough choice” was taken after a lot thought and reflection.

“I’ve actually loved my time on this place, and it has been each an thrilling and rewarding expertise. Nevertheless, in current months, the rising calls for of my work, notably with Marco and different manufacturing commitments, have considerably impacted my psychological well being. Balancing these obligations, together with the pressures of my skilled life, has turn into overwhelming. I now realise the significance of stepping again to focus alone well-being and that of my household’s,” he stated.

The actor, who’s basking within the box-office success of Marco, stated he can now not fulfil his duties successfully given the rising commitments forward. “It’s with a heavy coronary heart that I submit my resignation. I’ll, nonetheless, proceed to serve till a brand new member is appointed, guaranteeing a easy transition. I’m deeply grateful for the belief and help I’ve acquired throughout my tenure, and I want my successor each success in carrying ahead the obligations of this position,” he stated.

The affiliation of actors had confronted a setback when its govt committee was dissolved on August 27, 2024 amid rising allegations of sexual assault and misbehaviour raised by girls towards its members within the wake of the discharge of the Okay. Hema Committee report that probed the issues confronted by girls within the Malayalam movie trade.

The committee, which was elected in June 2024, had a tenure as much as 2027. After the dissolution, it has been functioning as an ad-hoc committee for the charity actions undertaken by the organisation, until the election is held for the brand new physique.