Archive · 31 Oct 2025
Fan Murder Case: Court Adjourns Charges Against Darshan, Others to November 3
A famous movie star named Darshan and his friend Pavithra Gowda are in trouble for allegedly killing a fan named Renukaswamy.
The fan was reportedly angry because Renukaswamy sent bad messages to Pavithra Gowda.
The court was supposed to decide the exact charges against Darshan and others on Friday.
However, Darshan's lawyer asked for more time because Darshan, who is in jail, wasn't told enough about the charges yet.
The judge agreed and said the charges will be discussed on November 3.
The judge also said that if two other people involved don't show up for the next hearing, the police will get warrants for them.
Once the charges are set, the court will start listening to witnesses and decide if Darshan and the others are guilty.
Darshan was arrested in June and has been in jail for a long time, though he briefly got bail before it was cancelled.
The court adjourned the framing of charges against Kannada actor Darshan, Pavithra Gowda, and others in a fan murder case until November 3.
Darshan's lawyer requested the adjournment, stating the actor had not been properly informed about the charge-framing process.
The court directed Darshan's counsel to brief him in prison and warned of warrants for two absent accused.
Darshan, Pavithra Gowda, and 15 others were arrested on June 11, 2024, for the alleged murder of fan Renukaswamy, who reportedly sent offensive messages to Gowda.
Renukaswamy's death is linked to a rivalry between Pavithra Gowda and Darshan's wife, Vijayalaxmi, with the fan supporting the wife and criticizing Gowda.
- Who
- Jailed Kannada superstar Darshan, his partner Pavithra Gowda, and 15 others are accused in the murder of fan Renukaswamy.
- What
- The trial court adjourned the framing of charges against the accused in the sensational fan murder case.
- When
- The court adjourned the process on Friday, with the next hearing set for November 3.
- Where
- The case is being heard by a trial court in Bengaluru.
- Why
- The adjournment was requested by Darshan's counsel to ensure the actor is properly informed about the charges before they are framed, to avoid future legal complications. The court also noted the absence of two other accused.
Defense
Prosecution (Implied)
Information on Charges
Defense
Darshan's counsel argued that the actor had not been adequately informed about the process of framing charges, potentially leading to future legal complications if he agreed without full understanding.
Prosecution (Implied)
The prosecution (implied) aims to proceed with the charges as presented in the charge sheet and move towards trial.
Presence of Accused
Defense
The court noted the absence of two accused and warned that warrants would be issued if they failed to appear, emphasizing the mandatory presence of all accused during charge framing.
Prosecution (Implied)
The court's action underscores the legal requirement for all accused to be present or represented during critical stages of the trial.
- Main Accused
- Darshan, Pavithra Gowda, and 15 others
- Victim
- Renukaswamy
- Date of Arrest
- June 11, 2024
- Charge Sheet Length
- 3,991 pages
- Adjournment Date
- November 3