The Justice Hema Committee report has stirred controversy in the Malayalam film industry, sparking a discussion on the necessity of similar committees in other Indian film industries to address sexual harassment. In the Kannada industry, the Film Industry For Rights and Equality (FIRE) recently met with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to advocate for a safer working environment for female artists. Following this, the film chamber organized a meeting with female artists on September 16 to address issues of sexual harassment and abuse prevalent in the industry. Key figures in the film fraternity share their perspectives on the matter: President of the Karnataka Film Chamber, NM Suresh, expressed a commitment to holding a meeting about women's safety in response to the Karnataka State Commission for Women's directive. However, former President of the Producers' Association and Film Chamber, Sa Ra Govindu, questioned the need for the #MeToo movement in the Kannada industry, suggesting that the film chamber is capable of handling industry-related matters. Meanwhile, producer and former President of the film chamber, Ba Ma Harish, emphasized the importance of consent in interactions between men and women in the industry, noting that any non-consensual actions should be addressed legally.