Karnataka police escalated the legal proceedings against individuals who terrorized the wife of popular actor Darshan Thoogudeepa. A voluminous charge sheet against six men was presented in court, chronicling a sinister campaign of fear and coercion.
The ordeal began with innocuous-sounding calls that quickly turned hostile. Demands for lakhs in ransom were accompanied by specifics only insiders might know, suggesting surveillance. Yathishree’s complaint triggered a multi-agency probe, leading to arrests within weeks.
Packed with technical evidence like IP logs, voice samples, and financial trails, the 1,200-page indictment accuses the group of plotting under IPC 506 and 384. Interrogations uncovered motives linked to quick gains, exploiting Darshan’s blockbuster status.
The ‘Boss’ star, whose films consistently shatter box office records, expressed gratitude to law enforcement privately. Public outrage had amplified calls for stringent action, with fan clubs organizing peaceful protests.
As the accused languish in jail, this case spotlights gaps in protecting high-profile families from digital predators. Courts will now scrutinize the evidence, potentially leading to convictions that reinforce deterrence. Sandalwood insiders hope it ends a disturbing pattern of targeting stars.