Celebrating Acquittal Dileep Responds as Conspiracy Allegations Originated with Manju
Malayalam actor Dileep has been acquitted in a prominent 2017 assault case involving another actress. The Ernakulam District and Sessions Court delivered the verdict on December 8, 2023. Dileep, who was accused of masterminding the abduction and assault of the actress, walked out of the court declaring his innocence and blaming former wife Manju Warrier for instigating the conspiracy allegations against him.
Dileep’s Acquittal and Reaction
Dileep’s acquittal came after the court determined that the prosecution failed to prove the existence of a criminal conspiracy. Judge Honey Varghese announced the ruling, stating that only the first six accused were found guilty. Dileep emphasized that the allegations originated from Warrier, who had made claims of conspiracy shortly after the incident.
Claims of a Conspiracy
According to Dileep, Warrier suggested the idea of conspiracy during a gathering of actors in Kochi after the assault incident. Dileep maintained that this action set the stage for the subsequent legal troubles he faced.
- Incident Date: February 2017
- Verdict Date: December 8, 2023
- Judge: Honey Varghese
- Number of Accused Found Guilty: Six
Dileep’s Criticism of Law Enforcement
After the verdict, Dileep criticized the police, labeling them as “criminals” for allegedly fabricating evidence against him. He accused the investigators of colluding with the prime accused, Pulsar Suni, to construct a false narrative. Dileep argued that media outlets played a part in perpetuating these claims.
Support from Family and Legal Team
While thanking his family and supporters, Dileep also acknowledged the role of his legal team, specifically mentioning senior advocate Raman Pillai. He expressed gratitude for their unwavering support throughout the lengthy and tumultuous legal battle, which has spanned almost nine years.
As Dileep celebrates his acquittal, he reflects on the impact the case has had on his life and reputation. He reiterated that the real conspiracy was against him and that he aims to reclaim his standing in society.
