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Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Indian Express
Husband arrested for stabbing Kannada TV actress Shruthi days after she returned to live with him
The Bengaluru police have arrested the husband of Kannada TV actress and anchor Shruthi for allegedly stabbing her at their home in Hanumanthanagar on July 4 just three days after she had returned with her two daughters, having lived separately for months over a matrimonial dispute. Shruthi, 38, whose real name is Manjula C, was allegedly attacked with pepper spray and stabbed multiple times by Amaresh H S who was arrested last week on the basis of the actress's complaint to the police from her hospital bed. The accused, who was booked under section 109 (attempt to murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, moved a sessions court for bail on Tuesday, and on Friday the court posted the matter for orders on July 16. Shruthi is known for her role in the popular Kannada series 'Amruthadhare' on a private channel and as an anchor on television shows. According to the police complaint, she had married Amaresh 20 years ago but the marriage soured and the couple lived separately on account of his violent behaviour. The complaint stated that Amaresh began troubling Shruthi over financial and family issues around five years after their marriage. In April this year, she reportedly moved to her brother's house after filing a police complaint over Amaresh's harassment. 'When she was staying with her brother, Amaresh would frequently call her and demand money for lease payment and jewellery. He also threatened to kill her,' as per the First Information Report (FIR). Three days before she was stabbed, Amaresh reportedly convinced Shruthi's brother to send her back to his house by promising to look after her and the children. Based on the assurances, the actress said she returned to his house along with the children. According to the police, on July 4, her children went to college and the husband also left home in the morning. Amaresh, however, returned at noon and when she opened the door, he allegedly attacked her with the pepper spray before stabbing her multiple times as she tried to fight back and escape. The actress was rescued by neighbours and others who heard her screams and intervened. She was subsequently admitted to Victoria Hospital for treatment.
Hindustan Times
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru TV actress attacked by husband, booked for attempted murder: Report
In a disturbing case of domestic violence, television actress Manjula, popularly known by her screen name Shruthi, was allegedly assaulted by her husband Amareesh at their rented home in Muneshwara Layout, Bengaluru on July 5, reported News9. The incident, which took place under Bengaluru's Hanumanthanagar Police Station limits, came to light days later and has since shocked fans and the television industry. A TV actress in Bengaluru was stabbed by her husband on Friday. Shruthi, well-known for her roles in Kannada serials like Amruthadhare, had reportedly been facing serious issues in her marriage. The couple's relationship had been reportedly strained for months, marred by frequent arguments over financial matters and Shruthi's personal choices. Also Read - 'No vacancy for CM post, DK Shivakumar himself said that': Siddaramaiah amid leadership change buzz in Karnataka Frequent clashes at home The report stated that she had moved out of the couple's home in April and started living with her brother. She had even filed a police complaint against Amareesh at the time. However, the couple reportedly decided to give their relationship another chance and reconciled last Thursday after a compromise was reached. On Friday, after their children left for college, Amareesh allegedly launched a brutal assault on Shruthi, starting with pepper spray, followed by multiple stab wounds to her neck, ribs, and thigh. According to the report, Amareesh then dragged her by the hair and repeatedly banged her head against a wall, leaving her severely injured. Also Read - 'Every dog has its day': Internet reacts to BBMP's chicken rice plan for Bengaluru's strays Shruthi is currently being treated at Victoria Hospital in Bengaluru. In her official statement to the police, she has accused Amareesh of attempted murder, citing a history of domestic abuse and financial conflict. The Hanumanthanagar Police have registered a case under relevant sections and confirmed that the accused has been arrested and taken into custody. An investigation is underway to determine the full extent of the assault.
