Bengaluru Filmmaker BI Hemanth Kumar Faces Arrest for Alleged Misconduct
Arrest of Bengaluru Filmmaker-Actor BI Hemanth Kumar
Background of the Case
In a troubling turn of events, Bengaluru’s own filmmaker and actor, BI Hemanth Kumar, has been arrested by the Rajajinagar Police. He faces serious allegations, including sexual harassment, cheating, and criminal intimidation.
A complaint from a television actor and reality show winner sparked this arrest. Reports indicate that she accused him of exploiting her under the guise of promising a role in an upcoming film.
Details of the Complaint
The complaint details an incident that began in 2022, when Hemanth promised the actor a role in a film, with varying reports mentioning the film titles as "3" and "Richie." An agreement was made, stating the actor would receive ₹2 lakh, with an advance payment of ₹60,000. However, the actor reported harassment, citing undue pressure to wear revealing clothing and perform inappropriate scenes.
Additionally, she alleged that Hemanth touched her inappropriately during a promotional event in Mumbai. When she resisted his advances, he allegedly threatened her with rowdies, creating a climate of fear regarding her safety.
Steps Taken by the Actor
Alongside allegations of harassment, the actor accused Hemanth of financial impropriety, including issuing a bounced cheque and misusing her images. After exhausting mediation attempts through the Film Chamber, and facing ongoing harassment, she escalated the situation to the Bengaluru City Civil Court.
Despite court intervention, which included an injunction against Hemanth for posting videos, he reportedly did not comply with the order. He allegedly went so far as to spike her drink and use the situation for blackmail.
Current Developments
The case has escalated to a point where Hemanth has been remanded to judicial custody following his arrest. The authorities are now investigating further details regarding the allegations and his actions.
Given the serious nature of these allegations, how do you feel the film industry should handle such situations to ensure the safety and integrity of its actors?
