Rajajinagar police arrested Hemanth and filed an FIR on charges of sexual harassment and financial fraud.
From Complaint to FIR
Rajajinagar police have arrested actor-turned-director-producer Hemanth.
An actress accused him of sexual harassment, coercion, and financial fraud.
Following the complaint, police registered an FIR and detained him on Friday.
How the Controversy Began
The actress says she first met Hemanth in 2022 on the set of a film titled Richie.
She was promised two lakh rupees for the lead role in the film, but received only 60,000 rupees in advance.
When the shooting was delayed, the producer pressured her to wear “indecent clothing” and display “objectionable gestures.”
Mumbai Trip Under the Allegations
The complaint states that Hemanth invited the actress to Mumbai on the pretext of promoting the film.
There, he forced her to drink a cocktail laced with alcohol and also took private videos and photographs without her permission.
When the actress resisted these tactics, they allegedly spoke of threats from goons and even targeting her mother.
Layers of Financial Fraud
The actress also stated that checks written for the remaining payment bounced.
It is alleged that Hemanth uploaded uncensored clips of the film on social media without her consent.
These incidents left the actress mentally distressed, leading her to file a complaint with CINTAA and the Film Chamber.
Arrest and Investigation
In light of the allegations, Rajajinagar police arrested Hemanth and remanded him to judicial custody.
His interrogation has begun, and several witnesses are being called.
Police officials say clarity on the next course of action in the case will emerge soon.
Stir in the Film Industry
This case has stirred up a stir in the film industry. Many artists have expressed their reactions on social media.
While some are praising the victim’s courage, others are calling the incident a sign of the insecurity prevailing in the industry.
The Way Forward
All eyes are now on the court hearing. Whether the charges against Hemanth are proven or not, this case has shown that behind the glamour of a film, the safety of actors is also in question.
True justice will be achieved only when the truth comes out, and this case sets new standards for safety in the industry.
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