Kannada actor Darshan was taken into custody by Bengaluru Police on Thursday ( August 14), following the Supreme Court’s decision to cancel the bail earlier granted by the Karnataka High Court, as per IndiaToday report. The Supreme Court criticized the High Court’s bail approval, calling it unreasonable and flawed.Supreme Court overturns high Court’s bail decisionThe Supreme Court bench overturned the Karnataka High Court’s ruling on Thursday, emphasizing that no person should consider themselves above the law. They criticized the High Court order as a mechanical exercise of authority. The bench also stated, “The grant of bail will impact the trial, and the witnesses can be influenced,” highlighting the serious implications of the bail decision.Pavithra Gowda’s bail also cancelled and arrestedThe court not only revoked Darshan’s bail but also cancelled the bail granted to Pavithra Gowda. She was subsequently taken into custody at her Bengaluru home. Footage shows police escorting her outside while she appeared visibly annoyed by the presence of media gathered there.Background of arrest in Renukaswamy murder caseOn June 11, 2024, Darshan, his live-in partner and actress Pavithra Gowda, along with several others, were arrested in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy in Bengaluru. The case reportedly began when Renukaswamy, who considered himself a fan of Pavithra, allegedly sent inappropriate messages to her, which angered Darshan. Renukaswamy’s badly damaged body was found dumped in a drain in Bengaluru on June 8.Darshan’s confession during police custodyDuring his time in police custody, Darshan admitted to subjecting Renukaswamy to physical abuse prior to his death. The extensive 3,991-page charge sheet reveals that Darshan confessed to hitting Renukaswamy with a tree branch and delivering kicks to his head, chest, and neck area. Additionally, he acknowledged directing a group of his fans to abduct Renukaswamy to “discipline him.”Previous bail and jail durationAfter spending five months in jail as the main suspect in the murder case, Darshan was granted bail by the Karnataka High Court on December 13.
