Deedi Damodaran slams Kerala State Film Awards; questions Vedan’s honour amid rape case, demands apology

Screenwriter Deedi Damodaran criticized the Kerala State Film Awards for honoring rapper Vedan, accused in a rape case, with the Best Lyricist Award. She demanded an apology from the jury, stating the decision disrespects women and contradicts the state’s commitment to their safety. Vedan received the award for lyrics in ‘Manjummal Boys’, while a rape case against him is ongoing.