Kerala HC Denies Bail to Actor Sidhique Amid Rape Allegations

The Kerala High Court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of Malayalam film actor Sidhique, accused of rape. The complainant, a female actor, expressed satisfaction with the verdict but criticized the investigation's confidentiality. The court ruled Sidhique's custodial interrogation necessary due to the seriousness of the accusations.

On Tuesday, the Kerala High Court dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of Malayalam film actor Sidhique, accused of rape, bringing a significant turn to the high-profile case.

The female actor who accused Sidhique of rape expressed happiness with the court's decision but voiced concerns about the investigation, criticizing the Special Investigation Team (SIT) for allegedly leaking sensitive information to the media.

Sidhique's denial of the accusations and the potential for witness tampering underscored the need for his custodial interrogation, the court stated, marking a critical step in ensuring justice in the Malayalam film industry's ongoing harassment cases.

(With inputs from agencies.)