Actor Rini Ann George, who was among the first to speak out against MLA Rahul Mamkoottathil, has now extended her support to the young woman who has levelled serious allegations against the legislator. In an emotional Instagram post, Rini urged the survivor to speak up about her pain and not to be afraid.

“You are not the one who should be crying or isolating yourself — it’s the predator who should feel shame,” Rini wrote. “Ignore the barking of the hunting dogs. The conscience of Kerala stands with you.”

Full translation of Rini Ann George’s Instagram post:

To Her…

Dear sister,

Do not be afraid…

Ignore the barking of the hunting dogs…

Kerala’s collective conscience is with you…

There is an entire society standing beside you…

You are not the one who should cry…

You must face this world with a smile…

It is the hunter who should be weeping and isolated…

Step forward… Speak of your pain with courage…

You are not a victim.

You are strength.

You are fire.

Rini’s post comes at a time when both the investigation and public debate surrounding the allegations against Rahul Mamkoottathil are intensifying.