Kochi | The Kerala High Court on Friday dismissed a plea filed by Malayalam movie director seeking to set aside the recently declared annual state film awards for the year 2022 raising bias and nepotism charges against State Chalachitra Academy Chairman and filmmaker Ranjith. Justice P V Kunhikrishnan dismissed the plea filed by Lijeesh Mullezhath, director of the movie, 'Aakashathinu Thaazhe', seeking an enquiry and action against Ranjith.
The court dismissed the plea saying there was not enough evidence submitted before the court along with the plea.
The court also said that if any of the jury members have any complaint, they can approach the court directly.
