Conflict in AMMA Deepens as Ansiba Hassan Accuses Tiny Tom of Character Assassination
Rift in Malayalam actor’s association AMMA turns murkier as actor Ansiba alleges character assassination by actor Tiny Tom
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The rift within the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) escalated as actor Ansiba Hassan accused fellow actor Tiny Tom of character assassination and making communal remarks. She resigned from her position as joint secretary on February 21, citing harassment, while Tom denied the allegations, claiming they are based on hearsay.
- 01Ansiba Hassan, former joint secretary of AMMA, resigned on February 21, 2026, citing character assassination and harassment.
- 02Hassan accused Tiny Tom of spreading rumors about her personal life and attempting religious conversion.
- 03Tiny Tom denied the allegations, claiming they are unfounded and based on hearsay.
- 04Actor Priyanka expressed support for Tom, suggesting Hassan should have addressed her complaints within AMMA.
- 05AMMA president Shwetha Menon acknowledged receiving a complaint from Hassan after the issue gained media attention.
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The conflict within the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) intensified when actor Ansiba Hassan accused fellow actor Tiny Tom of character assassination and making communal remarks. Hassan, who served as the joint secretary, announced her resignation on February 21, 2026, citing harassment and the alleged spread of rumors regarding her personal life by Tom. She stated that she was informed of these comments from another member of AMMA but chose not to pursue legal action. In response, Tiny Tom denied the allegations, asserting that they were based on hearsay and reaffirming his commitment to sincerity and openness. He expressed confidence that AMMA’s executive committee would address the situation appropriately. Following the allegations, actor Priyanka voiced her support for Tom, suggesting that Hassan should have discussed her grievances internally within AMMA. Meanwhile, AMMA president Shwetha Menon confirmed that she had received a complaint from Hassan naming Tom and another member, Lakshmipriya, after the issue became public. This ongoing dispute highlights the challenges within the organization as it navigates allegations and internal conflicts.
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This conflict may affect the dynamics within AMMA and how grievances are addressed, particularly for female members.
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