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4 days ago
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Shwetha Menon Obscene Films Case: Kerala High Court Orders Interim Stay On Proceedings In FIR Against The Actor
Kochi: Kerala High Court on Thursday stayed the proceedings in connection with the FIR lodged against Malayalam film actor Shwetha Menon for allegedly publishing or transmitting obscene scenes of some of her past movies and advertisements. The interim order was passed by Justice V G Arun on a plea made by the actor to quash the FIR against her. The High Court said there was prima facie substance in the contention of the actor's counsel. Before referring the complaint for investigation, the requirements of calling for a report from the police and of making an enquiry ought to have been complied. "Considering the short duration within which the complaint was filed and forwarded to the police, it appears that no such procedure was followed. Registry shall call for a report from the court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Ernakulam regarding the procedure followed before forwarding the complaint to the police for investigation". "There shall be an interim stay on further proceedings in crime number 1075/2025 (the FIR) of Ernakulam central police station," the High Court said. It also issued notice to the state and the complainant on whose complaint the magisterial court had ordered after the FIR was lodged. An FIR, under the section 67 (publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form) of the Information Technology (IT) Act and provisions of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act was lodged against the actor. Menon, known for films like Salt N Pepper, Rathinirvedam and Kalimannu, is in the fray for the president's post in the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA). The election to the executive committee is scheduled for August 15. In her plea, seeking quashing of the FIR, the actor has claimed that the allegations are "mala fide" in nature and the offences she has been booked for are not made out. The complainant -- Martin Menachery -- has alleged that Menon appeared in several films -- Paleri Manikkyam, Rathinirvedham, Kalimann and a condom advertisement containing her obscene visuals with the intention of securing monetary gain. Rejecting the allegations, the actor has contended that the films referred to in the complaint were duly censored and certified and have been available in the public domain for several years now. She also said that the character portrayed by her in the movie Paleri Manikyam, bagged her a Kerala State Award for best actress. Even the advertisement, in which she appeared years ago, was duly censored and certified, the plea said. "The allegation of the petitioner (Menon) being privy to running porn sites is absurd and per se defamatory. It is submitted that such allegations are raised in a callous and irresponsible manner without any supporting material," it contended. The actor also said that the complaint was filed in the wake of her filing nomination for the post of AMMA president.
News18
4 days ago
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- News18
Kerala HC Orders Interim Stay On Proceedings In FIR Against Actor Shwetha Menon
Kerala HC stayed the proceedings in connection with the FIR lodged against Malayalam actor Shwetha Menon for allegedly publishing or transmitting obscene scenes in movies. Kerala High Court on Thursday stayed the proceedings in connection with the FIR lodged against Malayalam film actor Shwetha Menon for allegedly publishing or transmitting obscene scenes of some of her past movies and advertisements. The interim order was passed by Justice V G Arun on a plea moved by the actor to quash the FIR against her. The High Court said there was prima facie substance in the contention of the actor's counsel that before referring the complaint for investigation, the requirements of calling for a report from the police and of making an enquiry ought to have been complied with. 'Considering the short duration within which the complaint was filed and forwarded to the police, it appears that no such procedure was followed. Registry shall call for a report from the court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Ernakulam regarding the procedure followed before forwarding the complaint to the police for investigation". 'There shall be an interim stay of further proceedings in crime number 1075/2025 (the FIR) of Ernakulam central police station," the High Court said. It also issued notice to the state and the complainant on whose complaint the magisterial court had ordered lodging of the FIR. An FIR under section 67 (publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form) of the Information Technology (IT) Act and provisions of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act was lodged against the actor. Menon, known for films like 'Salt N' Pepper', 'Rathinirvedam' and 'Kalimannu', is in the fray for the president's post in the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA). The election to the executive committee is scheduled for August 15. In her plea seeking quashing of the FIR, the actor has claimed that the allegations are 'mala fide" in nature and the offences she has been booked for are not made out. The complainant, Martin Menachery, has alleged that Menon appeared in a condom advertisement containing her obscene visuals with the intention of securing monetary gain. Rejecting the allegations, the actor has contended that the films referred to in the complaint were duly censored and certified and have been available in the public domain for several years now. She also said that the character portrayed by her in the movie 'Paleri Manikyam' bagged her a Kerala State Award for best actress. Even the advertisement, in which she appeared years ago, was duly censored and certified, the plea said. 'The allegation of the petitioner (Menon) being privy to running porn sites is absurd and per se defamatory. It is submitted that such allegations are raised in a callous and irresponsible manner without any supporting material," it contended. The actor also said that the complaint was filed in the wake of her filing nomination for the post of AMMA president. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Kerala HC orders interim stay on proceedings in FIR against actor Shwetha Menon over obscene content
Kerala High Court on Thursday stayed the proceedings in connection with the FIR lodged against Malayalam film actor Shwetha Menon for allegedly publishing or transmitting obscene scenes of some of her past movies and advertisements. (Also read: Maala Parvathi calls FIR on Shwetha Menon over obscene content 'tug for power' during AMMA elections) The interim order in connection with actor Shwetha Menon was passed by Justice V G Arun.(Instagram/@shwetha_menon) Update on Shwetha Menon case The interim order was passed by Justice V G Arun on a plea moved by the actor to quash the FIR against her. The court also issued notice to the state and the complainant on whose complaint a magisterial court had ordered lodging of the FIR. An FIR under section 67 (publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form) of the Information Technology (IT) Act and provisions of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act was lodged against the actor. An officer of Ernakulam Central police station told PTI that no case was initially registered based on the complaint, but the activist went to court to seek registration of an FIR. About the complaint Social activist Martin Menachery filed a complaint against Shwetha. The complaint alleges that Shwetha had shot some obscene scenes in her past movies and that these were being circulated online on social media and various sites. The complaint specifically cited the actor's roles in films like Rathinirvedam, Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha, and Kalimannu, in addition to her appearance in a condom commercial. Shwetha is currently contesting for the post of president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). Malayalam superstar Mohanlal had stepped down from the same post last year in the wake of the Justice Hema Committee Report. The election to the executive committee is scheduled for August 15. Meanwhile, speaking to the press, Martin has said that his complaint has nothing to do with AMMA elections.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Kerala HC orders interim stay on proceedings in FIR against actor Shwetha Menon
Kerala High Court on Thursday (August 7, 2025) stayed the proceedings in connection with the FIR lodged against Malayalam film actor Shwetha Menon for allegedly publishing or transmitting obscene scenes of some of her past movies and advertisements. The interim order was passed by Justice V.G. Arun on a plea moved by the actor to quash the FIR against her. The court also issued notice to the State of Kerala and the complainant on whose complaint a magisterial court had ordered lodging of the FIR. An FIR under Section 67 (publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form) of the Information Technology (IT) Act and provisions of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act was lodged against the actor. Ms. Menon, known for films such as Salt N' Pepper, Rathinirvedam and Kalimannu, is in the fray for the president's post in the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA). The election to the executive committee of AMMA is scheduled for August 15.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Maala Parvathi calls FIR on Shwetha Menon over obscene content ‘tug for power' during AMMA elections
A case has been filed against Malayalam actor Shwetha Menon for 'publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form'. The complaint was filed based on certain scenes in some of her past movies, said the police on Wednesday. Actor Maala Parvathi came to her defence on social media, calling the case 'tug for power' amid the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) elections. Maala Parvathi alleged a 'conspiracy' against Shwetha Menon due to the upcoming AMMA elections. The FIR against Shwetha Menon Social activist Martin Menachery filed a complaint against Shwetha with the police based on certain scenes from some of her past movies. An officer of Ernakulam Central police station told PTI that no case was initially registered based on the complaint, but the activist went to court to seek registration of an FIR. Following the court's direction, an FIR was registered on Tuesday against Shwetha under section 67 (publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form) of the Information Technology (IT) Act and provisions of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act. The complaint alleges that Shwetha shot some obscene scenes in her past movies and that these were being circulated online on social media and various sites. Maala Parvathi alleges political motivations In a long note on her Facebook, actor Maala stated that the AMMA organisation received a good name under the leadership of Mohanlal and Mammootty. She also stated that under their leadership, the money pooled was being used effectively for the welfare of the members. However, after Mohanlal stepped down (during the Hema Committee aftermath), the actor says that everyone is vying for the top position. 'Some prominent figures are making wrong calculations and will do anything to win. Big allegations are now being made against those likely to win. First, Kukku Parameswaran and now Shwetha Menon are facing attacks. I request the general public to stand with them because two women are being sacrificed in this tug for power. Shwetha and Kukku should file a case against this conspiracy,' she wrote. Maala also rued that what was a 'childish tug of war' turned into something more, with a non-bailable case being filed against Shwetha. Swetha and Kukku are running for president and secretary, respectively. The election is scheduled for 15 August. Social activist Martin Menachery denies his complaint to do with AMMA Activist Martin, who filed the complaint against Shwetha, however, claims that his complaint has nothing to do with AMMA elections. Speaking to the press, he claimed to have filed the complaint on 3 March, much before she ran for elections. 'When I filed the complaint in March, the Ernakulam Central Police did not take action. Following this, I moved Ernakulam Chief Judicial Magistrate court, which has found substance in the complaint prima facie,' Matrubhumi quoted him saying. Martin alleged that Shwetha claimed in an interview with a digital platform that she would act in sexually explicit videos if she got paid. When he was asked why he filed a complaint on Shwetha alone and not the directors or producers of the movies he found offensive, the platform reported that he did not reply.
