This past week, the South Indian film industry saw a flurry of major developments, from high-profile arrests to film releases and announcements. Below are the top six stories that made headlines.
1. Actor Bala’s Arrest Sparks Controversy
Actor Bala was arrested in the early hours of October 14 after his ex-wife, Amritha Suressh, filed a complaint against him. She accused him of defaming both her and their daughter, Avantika. According to her, Bala had harassed their daughter and even stalked her on occasion.
Bala was soon released on conditional bail by a local court. The court instructed him not to post any derogatory comments about his ex-wife or their daughter on social media. After his release, Bala shared a video claiming that unknown people had tried to enter his house on October 19. The case has attracted a lot of attention on social media.
2. Release of Kunchacko Boban and Fahadh Faasil’s ‘Bougainvillea’
On October 17, the psychological thriller Bougainvillea, starring Kunchacko Boban, Fahadh Faasil, and Jyotirmayi, hit theaters. The film, based on Lajo Jose’s novel Ruthinte Lokam, has been receiving mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike.
Directed by Amal Neerad, Bougainvillea centers around a couple, Royce and Reethu, whose lives change dramatically after a tragic accident. Fahadh Faasil portrays ACP David Koshy, who investigates the mysterious disappearance of tourists in Kerala.
3. Darshan Thoogudeepa’s Legal Battle Continues
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, currently in jail for allegedly murdering his fan, Renukaswamy, had his bail request rejected by a Bengaluru court. Darshan has now approached the Karnataka High Court with a fresh petition seeking an emergency hearing.
In addition, Darshan’s rumored partner, Pavithra Gowda, has also filed for bail. The court is expected to hear their cases on October 22. Meanwhile, Darshan faces further legal trouble after a complaint was filed against him for allegedly threatening producer Bharath.
4. Kichcha Sudeepa Exits ‘Bigg Boss Kannada’
Kichcha Sudeepa, who has been the face of Bigg Boss Kannada for over a decade, took to social media to announce that the ongoing Season 11 will be his last as the show’s host.
Sudeepa expressed gratitude to his fans and the makers of Bigg Boss, writing that he believes his decision will be respected by the team and viewers. Rumors of a fallout with the show’s producers began circulating online, but Sudeepa was quick to dismiss these claims, clarifying that there were no such issues involved in his exit.
5. Suriya Teams Up with RJ Balaji for ‘Suriya 45’Ahead of his upcoming film Kanguva, Suriya has announced a new project, Suriya 45, which will be directed by RJ Balaji. The announcement, made via a poster shared on social media, created a lot of excitement among fans.
Suriya 45 is rumored to be an action-packed thriller set in a rural backdrop. The poster features several sickles with a Vel (a traditional spear) at the center, hinting at a powerful and intense storyline.
6. Oviya’s Police Complaint Over Alleged Morphed Video
Bigg Boss Tamil star Oviya has found herself at the center of controversy after a private video, believed to be doctored, surfaced online. The actress has lodged a formal complaint with the Chennai police.
Oviya’s manager confirmed the news and explained that the video was morphed in an attempt to damage her reputation. The matter is currently being investigated, and legal action will be taken against those responsible for the incident. Oviya has chosen not to comment publicly, calling it a sensitive issue.
