Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Jayaram Questioned in Sabarimala Gold Theft Case
Actor Jayaram was questioned by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) about his involvement in the Sabarimala gold theft case.
The SIT is investigating the alleged theft of gold from temple artefacts and doorframes.
Jayaram was seen in a video participating in a puja with Unnikrishnan Potty, the main accused.
The SIT asked Jayaram about his association with Potty and his participation in religious ceremonies.
Jayaram has not been named as an accused and has denied any involvement.
The investigation is ongoing, and 12 people have been arrested so far, with some granted bail.
Actor Jayaram was questioned by the SIT about his involvement in the Sabarimala gold theft case.
The SIT is investigating two cases of gold loss from temple artefacts and doorframes.
Jayaram was seen in a video participating in a puja with Unnikrishnan Potty, the prime accused.
Twelve people, including two former TDB presidents, have been arrested in connection with the cases.
Jayaram has not been named as an accused and has denied any involvement.
- Who
- Actor Jayaram and Unnikrishnan Potty
- What
- Questioning by SIT regarding gold misappropriation at Sabarimala temple
- When
- Recently, with bail hearings ongoing
- Where
- Chennai, India
- Why
- Investigation into the loss of gold from temple artefacts and doorframes
Prosecution
Defense
Jayaram's Involvement
Prosecution
Jayaram's presence in rituals with the prime accused raises questions about his potential involvement or knowledge of the gold theft.
Defense
Jayaram has not been named as an accused and has denied any involvement, stating he was only present for religious ceremonies.
- Actor Questioned
- Jayaram
- Investigation Team
- Special Investigation Team (SIT)
- Prime Accused
- Unnikrishnan Potty
- Location of Questioning
- Chennai
- Number of Cases
- 2
- Arrested Individuals
- 12
- Bail Status
- Statutory bail granted to some accused
- Year of Incident
- 2019
- Temple Artefacts Involved
- Copper plates coated with gold
