What Kichcha Sudeep said on actor Darshan's arrest in fan murder case

New Delhi,UPDATED: Jun 17, 2024 08:25 IST

Kannada actor Kichcha Sudeep, in a recent interaction with the media, spoke about Darshan's arrest in the murder case. He mentioned that victim Renukaswamy's wife and his unborn child need justice. Sudeep also observed that people are blaming the film industry and hopes that it would get a clean chit when the culprit is punished.

Without mentioning Darshan's name, Sudeep said, "We are only aware of what the media is showing to us because we are not going to the police station to get the information. It looks like the media and the police are working hard to uncover the truth. There’s no doubt about that."

He then demanded justice for Renukaswamy's family. "That family deserves justice. That girl deserves justice. Renukaswamy, who died on the streets, deserves justice. The unborn child deserves justice. Above all, everyone should have faith in justice, and justice should prevail in this case," he explained.

Sudeep also feels that the murder case and the subsequent arrest of the actor has brought a bad name to the Kannada film industry. "Everyone’s heart goes out to that family. The atmosphere doesn’t feel right. The film industry should get justice. All the blame seems to be placed on the film industry. The industry needs a clean chit. There are many artists involved. Cinema is not just one or two people. The film industry will be relieved if the culprit is punished," he said.

It is to be noted that Sudeep and Darshan were once close friends. However, they had a fall-out over irreconcilable differences.

Celebrated Kannda actor Darshan Thogudeepa, and his partner, Pavithra Gowda, along with 10 others were arrested for their alleged involvement in the murder of a man named Renukaswamy in Bengaluru. The man allegedly sent derogatory messages to Pavithra Gowda, which led to his abduction. He was then found dead at Sumanahalli Bridge in Bengaluru.