Cinema VinesThe Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) has formally denied reports that its Executive Committee (EC) has been dissolved, describing the allegations as “totally wrong, misconceived and lacking any judicial sanctity.” In a statement released yesterday, the actors’ union insisted that its elected EC remains in place and continues to operate in accordance with the organisation’s constitution.
CINTAA explained that, according to its founding charter, the EC can only be dissolved if more than 50 percent of its elected members resign. The union confirmed that this threshold has not been met, and therefore the committee is still valid and functional. It also clarified that any vacancies within the EC have been filled following constitutional procedures, with the next‑in‑line eligible members from the voting count being inducted to occupy the open positions.
Legal counsel Adv. Suvigya Vidyarthi, who represents CINTAA, called the circulating narrative “totally wrong, misconceived and lacks any judicial sanctity.” He reiterated that the EC will only dissolve under the conditions set out in the constitution and that those conditions are not present. Vidyarthi also expressed concerns over the involvement of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), alleging that the federation has attempted to exert powers that CINTAA does not recognise under its constitutional framework.
“FWICE has now jumped into the fray and, in CINTAA’s considered view, has sought to assume powers that are neither known to nor recognised under CINTAA’s constitutional framework,” Vidyarthi said. He added that external directions cannot override the internal governance of an autonomous trade union and that the EC remains fully operational to safeguard the welfare of artistes and protect the rights of vulnerable actors.
Established in 1958, CINTAA has represented performers across films, television, digital platforms, advertising, live performances and other audiovisual mediums. Over the decades, the association has dealt with issues such as contract disputes, delayed payments, workplace conflicts and professional safeguards for its members.
In a separate public notice, CINTAA addressed confusion among some members, stating that it would take all appropriate steps to uphold its constitution and protect the larger interests of its members. The union remains committed to maintaining its autonomy and ensuring that its governance is not undermined by external bodies.
