Darshan with wife and sonOn June 11, Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa was arrested for his alleged involvement in the murder of 33-year-old fan Renukaswamy.
According to reports, on Monday, June 24, Darshan had an emotional meeting with his family.
His wife and son came to visit him in prison, where Darshan had also met his close friend Vinod Prabhakar.
According to media sources, he only spoke to his wife and son for a very short time, indicating the stress and emotional burden he is carrying.
His friend Vinod Prabhakar extended his condolences towards the deceased victim's family, stating, "May Renuka Swamy’s soul rest in peace.
Darshan with wife and son
On June 11, Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa was arrested for his alleged involvement in the murder of 33-year-old fan Renukaswamy. This arrest has since led to a series of emotional and legal developments, culminating in a poignant moment when Darshan met his wife Vijayalakshmi and their 15-year-old son at the Parappana Agrahara Central Prison in Bengaluru.
According to reports, on Monday, June 24, Darshan had an emotional meeting with his family. This encounter was brief but filled with heavy sentiments. His wife and son came to visit him in prison, where Darshan had also met his close friend Vinod Prabhakar. His friend revealed, "He was very quiet. He only spoke for one second, and addressed me as ‘Tiger’, while I addressed him as ‘boss’. I shook his hand and came out."
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The actor has been arrested in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy, who had allegedly sent inappropriate texts and photographs to his alleged lover, Pavithra Gowda. The investigation into Renukaswamy's death revealed disturbing details. Media reports suggest that Renuka was attacked with a belt and sticks before being thrown against a wall, leading to his death. His body was found on June 9 near a stormwater drain adjacent to an apartment in Sumanahalli.
Darshan's emotional state was evident during his meeting with his family. According to media sources, he only spoke to his wife and son for a very short time, indicating the stress and emotional burden he is carrying. His friend Vinod Prabhakar extended his condolences towards the deceased victim's family, stating, "May Renuka Swamy’s soul rest in peace. I pray that God gives courage to his family. This tragedy should not have happened."
In the course of the investigation, it was uncovered that Darshan borrowed ₹40 lakh to "destroy evidence" related to the murder. As a result, Darshan and his three alleged accomplices—Vinay, Pradosh, and Dhanaraj—were all sent to judicial custody. A total of 17 people are accused in this murder case, highlighting the complexity and the extensive reach of the investigation.
