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India.com
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor whose debut was a superhit, worked with Thalapathy Vijay, three months after marriage wife made shocking allegations, got addicted to drugs, his name is…
This actor, who won the Tamil Nadu Government's Best Actor Award for the film 'Parthiban Kanavu', also received the Kala Mamani Award. He was once expected to become the top actor in Tamil cinema. Initially, he worked in films that attracted the audience. Today he has been grabbing headlines after Tamil Nadu police reportedly arrested him in a drug case. By now you may have recognised the actor. For the unversed, the actor in question is none other than Tamil actor Srikanth. Born in Hyderabad, Srikanth's father was an employee in SBI Bank. He completed his schooling in Chennai. His elder brother died during college due to dengue. After finishing his studies, he focused on modeling and then got a chance in films. Srikanth's run in Tamil cinema Srikanth was initially supposed to work in 'Kaadhal Virus' and Shyam's '12th', but he missed the opportunity due to circumstances. Later, he got a chance to work in Bharathiraja and Balachander's films, but he missed that too. Finally, the success of the film 'Roja Kootam' brought him recognition. Director Sasi's 2002 film Roja Kootam brought Srikanth recognition. The audience noticed him, and his young and passionate acting caught everyone's attention. After this, he worked in films like April Mathathil, Manasellam, and Parthiban Kanavu. He made his debut in Telugu cinema with the film 'Okriki Okaru'. This film also praised his acting. After this, his films 'Varnajalam', 'Bose', 'Kana Kanden', 'Oru Naal Oru Kanavu' (2005) and 'Bambara Kannale' (2005) received mixed response. After this, his films could not achieve great success due to mistakes in story selection. Vijay's film 'Nanban' directed by Shankar was expected to be his comeback, but it did not happen. Srikanth's personal life Meanwhile, while Srikanth was busy with films, he and Vandana from Chennai fell in love. They got married without informing their families and lived as husband and wife for three months. Later, Vandana complained to the police that Srikanth refused to accept her as his wife. The case went on in the court for almost a year, and the verdict came in Vandana's favour. Later, both families compromised and got Srikant and Vandana married in 2008. The couple now has two children. Why was Srikanth arrested? Currently, Srikanth is in jail after being arrested in a drug case. He was consuming drugs for one and a half years. He admitted, 'I consumed drugs, but did not sell them to anyone.' This has become another problem for Srikanth who is facing continuous failures in films.
NDTV
24-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Actor Srikanth Sent To Jail Till July 7 In In Cocaine Case, Chennai Police Claim Evidence Of Drug Use
Chennai: A day after the arrest of popular Tamil and Telugu actor Srikanth, exclusive information accessed by NDTV from Chennai police sources reveals that investigators have secured documentary evidence indicating his involvement in the purchase and consumption of cocaine. A digital money trail has also been traced, reportedly confirming financial transactions linked to drug procurement. "Evidence includes chat records, financial transfers, and phone data that establish a clear pattern of contact with drug suppliers," a senior officer told NDTV. Police are also examining Srikanth's links to known members of a cartel operating in and out of Tamil Nadu. The actor was earlier questioned for several hours at the Nungambakkam police station before his arrest. His blood samples, which were sent for testing, reportedly confirmed drug usage, though the forensic report has not yet been made public. It all began with the arrest of Pradeep and John, a Ghana national, for alleged possession of cocaine. Their interrogation led to Prasad, a former AIADMK member who was also arrested after a brawl at a Chennai pub, which police say led to the unearthing of a broader drug supply network now under investigation. Srikanth's name reportedly emerged during the interrogation of multiple suspects connected to that case. Srikanth made his acting debut in 2002 with Roja Kootam and has since featured in nearly 70 films, including Shankar's Nanban, the Tamil remake of the Bollywood blockbuster Three Idiots. There has been no official comment yet from Srikanth's lawyers. Last night a Chennai court remanded Srikanth to judicial custody till July 7. Amid a spurt in drug cases, AIADMK and BJP have already been accusing the ruling DMK of failing to control the drug menace in the state. The DMK has denied the charges, stating that the arrest shows that law is taking its course, irrespective of influence or status. Police, meanwhile, claim Tamil Nadu remains one of the states with the lowest drug usage in the country, and that strict action is being taken against offenders. In a recent exclusive interview to NDTV, DGP Shankar Jiwal stated that Tamil Nadu does not manufacture narcotics but is increasingly becoming a transit point for drug shipments to Sri Lanka and beyond.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actor Srikanth arrested in drug case, sent to Judicial custody till July 7
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) South Indian actor Srikanth has been arrested in connection with a narcotics case. The arrest was made by the Greater Chennai Police on Monday, June 24, following a significant lead in an ongoing investigation. Arrest linked to AIADMK IT wing member As reported by ANI, the development comes after police detained T. Prasad, a functionary of the AIADMK IT wing, who allegedly supplied banned narcotic substances to Srikanth. During Prasad's interrogation, authorities reportedly uncovered evidence pointing to the actor's involvement in the drug network. Based on the findings, actor Srikanth was taken into custody. He was interrogated at the Nungambakkam Police Station for over nine hours. Police collected a blood sample from the actor during questioning. This was later tested positive for narcotic substances. This led to strengthening the case against him. Produced before magistrate, remanded till July 7 As per legal procedures, Srikanth was first taken for a medical examination at Kilpauk Medical College Hospital before being produced before Magistrate Dhayalan of the 14th Metropolitan Magistrate Court. The hearing was held at the magistrate's residence in the Judicial Officers' Quarters in Egmore, Chennai. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo Srikanth was represented by advocate Vignesh Ramanadhan during the court proceedings. Following the hearing, the actor was remanded to judicial custody until July 7, 2025. About the actor Srikanth, now 46, began his career in 1999 with director K. Balachander's television series 'Jannal – Marabu Kavithaigal'. He has played lead roles in several superhit films, mainly Tamil movies. He stepped to the big screen in 2002 with the romantic drama 'Roja Kootam', which earned him popularity and established him in the Tamil film industry. He has also played pivotal roles in several Malayalam movies including 'Aanandapuram Diaries', 'Uppukandam Brothers Back in Action' and many more. Srikanth's recent outing was Pradeep Chilakuri's directorial film 'Arjun S/0 Vyjayanthi.
NDTV
23-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Actor Srikanth Sent To Judicial Custody Till July 7 In Drugs Case
Chennai: Popular Tamil and Telugu film actor Srikanth has been remanded to judicial custody till July 7 by a Chennai court in connection with a cocaine-related case. The actor was interrogated for several hours at the Nungambakkam police station before being formally arrested. According to police sources, Srikanth is alleged to have purchased and used cocaine and maintained contacts with known drug suppliers. His blood samples were sent for medical examination, and reports reportedly confirmed drug usage. The case emerged from a broader crackdown on a drug network that was unearthed following a recent pub brawl involving a former AIADMK member, whose arrest led investigators to a series of other suspects - culminating in Srikanth's arrest. Srikanth, a familiar face in South Indian cinema, debuted in 2002 with Roja Kootam and has acted in nearly 70 films, including notable roles in Nanban, director Shankar's Tamil remake of the Bollywood hit 'Three Idiots'. There has been no official comment yet from Srikanth's legal team. His arrest comes amid an uptick in drug seizures and narcotics-related investigations in Tamil Nadu. The issue has triggered sharp political reactions, with opposition parties AIADMK and BJP targeting the ruling DMK, alleging a breakdown in law and order. The DMK has strongly denied the allegations, defending the police action as evidence of proactive enforcement. The Tamil Nadu Police, for their part, maintain that the prevalence of drug use in the state is among the lowest in the country even according to National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data, and that stringent action is being taken against both peddlers and users. In a recent exclusive interview to NDTV, Director General of Police Mr Shankar Jiwal stated that while Tamil Nadu does not produce narcotics, it has become a transit hub for international drug trafficking, particularly for shipments destined to Sri Lanka and other countries.
The Hindu
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Tamil actor Srikanth arrested for allegedly buying cocaine from drug cartel
Tamil film actor Srikanth, also known as Sriram Krishnamachari, 46, was arrested on Monday by the Nungambakkam police of the Greater Chennai Police for allegedly buying cocaine from a drug cartel. The cartel includes a Nigerian national who was recently arrested. The authorities are on the lookout for actor Krishna, who is believed to be in Kerala. A senior police officer confirmed the arrest and said Srikanth had been in regular contact with three drug offenders arrested recently. 'Our investigation revealed that he procured and consumed cocaine... Further investigation is under way,' the officer said. Srikanth made his big screen acting debut in the 2002 Tamil film Roja Kootam. He has also starred in notable films like April Maadhathil (2002), Parthiban Kanavu (2003), Okariki Okaru (2003), and the Tamil remake of 3 Idiots, titled Nanban (2012). Srikanth has received multiple awards, including Nandi Awards and Filmfare Awards. To combat drug-trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) operates under the supervision of Greater Chennai Police Commissioner A. Arun. It gathers intelligence on ganja and synthetic drugs, identifies offenders and networks, and works with local police stations to make arrests. On June 17, based on the ANIU's inputs, the Nungambakkam police arrested Pradeep Kumar, alias Prado, 38, of Sankari in Salem, and John, 38, a Ghanaian national, after they were found in possession of 11 grams of cocaine. During interrogation, Pradeep said he had supplied drugs to T. Prasad, a dismissed AIADMK functionary, who sold the cocaine to Srikanth at a Nungambakkam pub last month. Brawl at bar Prasad, along with his associates, had been arrested earlier in connection with a brawl at a bar. Further investigation revealed that he had also been involved in a job racket, cheating a Hyderabad businessman. Police sources said Prasad had worked in film production with Srikanth and the latter frequently socialised with the offenders. The police searched Srikanth's residence in the Nungambakkam Lake Area, where cocaine in small quantities was allegedly seized. On Monday morning, Srikanth was detained for questioning and then arrested after his blood test came back positive for narcotics. He was examined at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital. Sourced from Bengaluru The cocaine was reportedly sourced from Bengaluru through Pradeep and John, who purchased it for ₹7,000 per gram and sold it in Chennai for ₹12,000. Mr. Arun has directed the ANIU and the local law enforcement agencies to intensify surveillance and crack down on organised narcotics trafficking. Investigations are under way to apprehend other individuals linked to the syndicate.
