Jailed Star Pens Letter as Movie Drops

Kannada actor Darshan Thogudeepa, currently incarcerated in Ballari Central Prison, has reached out to his fans with an emotional letter on the release of his movie, 'The Devil', on December 11, 2025. Despite his legal troubles, stemming from alleged involvement in the murder of fan Renukaswamy, Darshan's message, conveyed through his wife Vijayalakshmi, expresses gratitude for the immense support and tireless promotions his film has received.

In his note, Darshan reassures his fans not to be concerned about his well-being or the surrounding negativity. He emphasizes that their belief in him is his primary strength and encourages them to channel their energy into supporting 'The Devil'. He implores them not to be swayed by rumors, stating that time will reveal the truth and that the film's success will be their collective voice.

Darshan remains in prison as investigations continue into the alleged torture and murder of Renukaswamy, a fan who reportedly sent offensive messages to actress Pavithra Gowda. Reports suggest Renukaswamy was lured to Bengaluru and assaulted, leading to his death. Meanwhile, fans have rallied around the actor, celebrating the release of 'The Devil' with enthusiastic displays outside theaters.