Kannada star Darshan, who was arrested in the alleged murder case of his fan Renukaswamy, has opened up on his future projects in a video message. The actor, who was arrested on June 08, 2024, was granted bail by the Karnataka High Court on December 13, 2024.
In the video, Darshan requested his fans not to queue up outside his residence on his birthday which falls on February 16. The actor said his prevailing health condition will not allow him to meet his fans. “I am undergoing treatment for back pain and I cannot stand long hours and greet you all,” he said, addressing fans.
ನನ್ನ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಸೆಲೆಬ್ರಿಟಿಗಳಿಗೆ ನನ್ನ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಮನವಿ ಈ ವರ್ಷ ನನ್ನ ಹುಟ್ಟು ಹಬ್ಬವನ್ನು ಆಚರಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿಲ್ಲ ಕ್ಷಮೆ ಇರಲಿ ಇಂತಿ ನಿಮ್ಮ ದಾಸ ದರ್ಶನ್ pic.twitter.com/ERczhYj6DC
Darshan had signed a film with KVN Productions, the banner behind the highly anticipated film Jana Nayagan, starring Tamil star Vijay and Toxic, headlined by KGF star Yash. The film was supposed to be directed by Prem, with whom Darshan delivered the blockbuster film Kariya (2003).
Darshan said the project is currently on hold. “I will team up with KVN Productions after their current films are completed.” He also said that he has returned the advance given by producer veteran Soorappa Babu for a film.
“We had to start that movie but you all know I couldn’t work for a while. It’s not right to keep a producer waiting. So I returned the advance paid to me as he (Babu) has a lot of commitments,” he said, thanking his fans for their constant support during his tough times.
Darshan didn’t offer an update about the film Devil, which was set to release in December, 2024. His arrest led to the indefinite postponement of the movie, directed by Prakash. From the film fraternity, Darshan thanked actors Dhanveer Gowda, Rachita Ram and Rakshita for their support.
The police arrested Darshan after the mortal remains of the 33-year-old Renukaswamy were discovered on June 9, 2024. Renukaswamy allegedly succumbed to injuries after being attacked on the alleged orders of Darshan. The actor reportedly urged his fans to accost and kidnap Renukaswamy for posting derogatory comments about his partner Pavithra Gowda on social media.
Published – February 08, 2025 12:41 pm IST
Kannada cinema
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Karnataka
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Indian cinema
