Minister for Cultural Affairs Saji Cherian has dismissed the allegations of attempting to influence the State film award jury levelled by filmmaker Vinayan against Kerala State Chalachitra Academy Chairman and filmmaker Ranjith.
Speaking to mediapersons on Tuesday, the Minister said there was no way he could have intervened in the decision-making of a jury, who were selected through a proper process.
“Ranjith is a decorous individual and one of the legends of Kerala’s film industry. The Chalachitra academy has been functioning admirably under his leadership. The department is proud of the way the institution has functioned. There is no need to have a relook at the awards as a jury of respected personalities has made its decision. Only the deserving ones have got the awards. If there is any proof of such interventions, we will look into it. Those who have complaints regarding the process can take legal recourse,” said Mr.Cherian.
