Kerala actress assault case awaits final judgment: Court to pronounce verdict on December in trial involving actor Dileep |

The long-awaited verdict in the 2017 Kerala actress abduction and assault case is set for December 8. Actor Dileep, accused of conspiracy, faces the court after a trial spanning nearly three years. Despite ongoing legal battles, Dileep remains active in cinema, with his film ‘Bha Bha Ba’ slated for a December 18 release.

TRIGGER WARNING: This article includes references to sexual abuse.The 2017 Kerala actress abduction and assault case has reached its decisive stage, with the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court set to pronounce the verdict on December.The trial which is one of the longest and most intensely followed in the Malayalam film industry commenced on January 30, 2020, nearly three years after the crime. The courtroom battle now awaits its final outcome. As reported by Mathrubhumi, the final verdict will be pronounced on December 8.

Dileep’s alleged conspiracy and legal battles

The prosecution’s case revolves around actor Dileep, who has been named as the eighth accused, allegedly conspiring to abduct and sexually assault a fellow female actor inside a moving car in Kochi on February 17, 2017.The police arrested prime accused Pulsar Suni and others within days, and the investigation eventually pointed toward a larger criminal conspiracy. Dileep was arrested on July 10, 2017 and spent 85 days in judicial custody before being granted bail on October 3, 2017.Over the course of the trial, accusations surfaced that Dileep attempted to access the confidential memory card containing visuals of the assault, leading to a separate inquiry. The state also accused the actor of deliberately trying to delay the trial through repeated petitions and legal manoeuvres.

Dileep continues work ahead of verdict

Even as the legal proceedings progressed, Dileep has remained active in the film industry. The actor is currently awaiting the release of ‘Bha Bha Ba’, scheduled to hit theatres on December 18. The expectations are quite high for the Dileep starrer which will also feature Mohanlal in a cameo role. ‘Bha.Bha.Ba‘ also has Dhyan Sreenivasan and Vineeth Sreenivasan in pivotal roles.On the other hand, Dileep’s previous outing was the family entertainer ‘Prince and Family’ which received decent reports from the family audiences.DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, assault, or abuse, please seek immediate help. Reach out to a mental health specialist, NGO, or trusted individual. Several helplines are available to offer assistance.