Dileep Acquitted: Key Developments in the Kerala Actor Rape Case

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Verdict in the Kerala Actor Rape Case

In a significant turn of events, actor Dileep has been acquitted by the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Judge after an extensive trial lasting approximately eight years. This Dileep acquittal occurred on December 8, 2025. The judge found Dileep not guilty of the charges against him, allowing him to walk free from the high-profile case that has captured public attention. The actor’s legal team played a crucial role in securing the acquittal of Dileep.

Charges and Accusations Against Dileep

Dileep was one of the accused in a case that involved severe allegations, including gang rape and criminal conspiracy. The prosecution accused him of conspiring to humiliate the survivor. They suggested the filming of explicit scenes and even offered a sum of ₹1.5 crore for the execution of the plot. The evidence laid against him was substantial. However, the court ultimately ruled in his favor, leading to the much-debated Dileep acquittal.

Outcome for Other Accused

While Dileep has been acquitted, the court found six others guilty in the case, including the primary accused, N.S. Sunil, known as ‘Pulsar Suni.’ The outcome has left many discussing the implications of the Dileep acquittal alongside the impending punishments for the other accused. The punishment for these six will be pronounced on December 12. This sets the stage for potential further developments in this sensational case. The case has not only made headlines but also led to discussions about safety and justice in the film industry.

Crime sequence

The prosecution said the actor left her home in Thrissur in an SUV driven by Martin. Martin then informed Suni about the actor location. Suni and the other accused followed in a van. At Athani near Aluva the van hit the SUV. The prosecution said this was a staged accident.

Manikandan and Vijeesh then entered the SUV. They restrained the actor. When the car reached Kalamassery, Pradeep joined them. The prosecution said Suni threatened the actor, stripped her, raped her and recorded the act.