Drug row: Kollywood actors Srikanth and Krishna get conditional bail in high-profile case – deets inside | Tamil Movie News
A few weeks ago, Kollywood actors Srikanth and Krishna were taken into custody in Chennai following a drug-related investigation. After traces of cocaine were detected during their medical tests, both actors faced arrest. They subsequently sought bail from the Madras High Court, which has now granted them conditional release in connection with the case.Bail GrantOn July 8, the Madras High Court held the hearing for the bail requests of Tamil actors Srikanth and Krishna, ultimately granting them conditional bail in the ongoing drug case. Srikanth’s arrest followed the detention of T. Prasad, an AIADMK IT wing member accused of supplying banned substances to him. Subsequently, Krishna and his associates were also taken into custody as part of the investigation.Evidence and Medical ConfirmationAccording to ANI, the Police’s Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) uncovered evidence implicating actor Srikanth in a drug-related case. After being questioned, Srikanth underwent medical tests at Kilpauk Government Hospital, which reportedly confirmed his drug use. Consequently, he was arrested under the NDPS Act. Reports from News18 Tamil further revealed that Srikanth had bought one gram of cocaine for Rs 12,000.Ongoing InvestigationAuthorities, including the Chennai Police and the Narcotics department, are continuing their investigation to uncover additional connections in the prominent case.Career Highlights of Srikanth and KrishnaTalking about his career, Srikanth has featured in a variety of films including ‘Manasellam’, ‘Varnajalam’, ‘Kana Kandein’, ‘Oru Naal Kanavu’, ‘Bambara Kannale’, ‘Mercury Pookkal’, ‘East Coast Road’, ‘Poo’, and ‘Sathurangam’. Meanwhile, Krishna’s filmography includes titles like ‘Kazhugu’, ‘Vanavarayan Vallavarayan’, ‘Vanmam’, and ‘Yatchan’, showcasing his contributions to the industry.
