Reports state that Tollywood actor Krishnudu of Vinayakudu fame has been arrested on Friday night by local police.
The actor was allegedly playing poker and gambling at Shilpapark Villa under Miyapur police station jurisdiction with seven others, including organiser Paddi Raju, state reports. Eight members were arrested at midnight in a secret operation led by the Miyapur police based on a tip. They planned to catch them red handed, registered a case and let them go after getting bail. Reports state that the actor is expected to get back to the police station today for further investigation of the case. Rs 2 lakh in cash and 8 mobile phones have also been seized.
This is not Krishnudu’s first brush with law. Last year a complaint was registered at Panjagutta police station by a 45-year-old woman who accused him of sexually abusing her years ago. She in fact stated several TV anchors, reporters, advocates, physicians and student leaders in the list of 139 people who have abused her. Pradeep Machiraju’s name was also on the list. The issue died down after everyone involved, including Krishnudu denied these allegations.
Krishnudu is known for his roles in films like Oye!, Happy Days, Mr Perfect and more. He was last seen in the 2019 film Hulchul in a supporting role. Further details and confirmation regarding the case are awaited.
