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Bengaluru: The well-known Kannada actor, Darshan Thoogudeepa profoundly known as ‘Rowdy of Sandalwood’ found himself caught in a murder investigation in Bengaluru. Not just him, but his wife Pavithra Gowda and an additional 10 others, have been brought into custody on June 11 pertaining to this shocking incident of Renuka Swamy murder case that took place in Bengaluru. Scroll down to find more details.
The Kannada actor, who is 47 years old, was discreetly moved from his countryside home in Mysuru to Bengaluru to undergo questioning. Renuka Swamy, age 33 who used to be an employee at Apollo Pharmacy branch in Chitradurga was found dead at Sumanahalli Bridge in Bengaluru. Swamy’s parents raised the alarm that he was nowhere to be found, although it was just a day into his mysterious absence. Consequently, his murder was formally recorded on the 9th of June, which set a legal probe in motion.
According to HT Times, Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda is currently investigating Darshan Thoogudeepa’s alleged murder case along with his wife. The commissioner added, “In connection with a murder case registered in Kamakshipalaya police station on June 9, one of the actors of the Kannada film industry (Darshan) has been detained and the matter is under investigation. The victim is a person from Chitradurga. He is around 33 years old. His name is Renuka Swamy (sic)”, read the statement by Commissioner Dayananda.
Since the murder mystery is yet to be solved, the police have additionally detained more than ten individuals who were apprehended by authorities, including the actor’s personal security. The circumstances surrounding Renuka Swamy’s unfortunate passing remain somewhat unclear.
Darshan Thoogudeepa a popular personality in the Kannada cinema world, is not only celebrated for his exceptional acting skills but also for his invaluable contributions as a producer and distributor in Sandalwood. He began his journey in the realm of television, eventually breaking barriers to shine on the big screen. His stunning performances in successful films such as ‘Kalasipalya’, ‘Saarathi’, ‘Yajamana’, and ‘Roberrt’ validate his stardom. Furthermore, his latest venture ‘Kaatera’ which was released in 2023, marks his most recent artistic endeavour.
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