Naagin actor Pearl V Puri finally reacted to the rape accusations made against him and today we will be sharing with our readers every detail about the Pearl V Puri case revealed so far.
Background
We informed you about the arrest of the popular Naagin-3 actor, Pearl V Puri, and everything that the case was surrounding. Recently, the actor was released on bail and took to his social media handle to break his silence on the entire matter.
Before we look at what the actor has to say, let us revisit some facts about the case.
On 4th June 2021, Pearl V Puri, a popular actor, was arrested for an allegation of raping a minor girl. Reportedly, the case dates back to 2019, when the victim’s father filed a complaint against the 31-year-old actor under the POSCO Act of 2012.
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The case read that the actor allegedly raped a minor girl with five other accomplices. Puri was released on bail on the following day. However, the issue surged comments from numerous publications and organizations.
His fans have been waiting for a comment from the actor since his arrest. Recently, he broke his silence through an Instagram story.
The Actor finally breaks the silence
Pearl V Puri, on Monday evening, penned down a note to his fans for bestowing their constant support to the actor. He took to Instagram and used the platform to share an emotional note with his followers.
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He mentions how life has mysterious ways of testing people.
“I lost my naani maa a few months back, then on her 17th day, I lost my dad, post that my mother got diagnosed with cancer and then this ghastly accusation”
-he said.
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He said the entire experience was like a grueling nightmare for him, as it made him feel like a criminal overnight. He thanked his supporters by saying-
“I am still numb… but I felt it’s time to reach out to my friends, fans, and well-wishers who have showered me with their support, love, and concern.”
He also told how firmly he believes in the judiciary, law, and the almighty. Finally, he ended his note by requesting his followers to keep blessing him with best wishes.
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Support from the television industry
Upon the release of this news, several TV celebrities displayed their support towards the actor. B-Town actress Karishma Tanna took to her social media account to say that Puri could not have committed something of this sort.
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A similar stance was taken by Ekta Kapoor, the creative head of Balaji Telefilms, in a lengthy post supporting the actor.
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Other actors, including Anita Hassanandani and Nia Sharma, have also come out in his support.
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Parting words
For the unversed, Puri was booked and arrested under IPC section 376B, r/w POSCO Act 4, 8, 12, 19, 21. The recent development, in this case, has stirred up the emotions of people who were looking for something from the actor’s end.
We place our trust in the judicial system of our country and hope that justice finds its way.