TV Actor Ashish Kapoor Sent to 14-Day Judicial Custody in Alleged Rape Case

Prominent television actor Ashish Kapoor has been sent to 14-day judicial custody by a Delhi court in connection with an alleged rape case. The decision was pronounced after Kapoor was produced before Metropolitan Magistrate Devanshu Sajlan, following his arrest by the Delhi Police.

The arrest stems from a First Information Report (FIR) lodged on September 2, 2024, at the Mehrauli police station.

The complaint was filed by a woman, identifying herself as a model, who has accused Kapoor of grave offences including rape on multiple occasions over a period from 2013 to 2017. Beyond the allegations of sexual assault, the complainant has also accused the actor of criminal breach of trust, criminal intimidation, and voluntarily causing hurt.

Following the detailed allegations, the Delhi Police initiated a thorough investigation, registering the case under several stringent sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

These include Section 376 (rape), Section 406 (criminal breach of trust), Section 506 (criminal intimidation), and Section 323 (voluntarily causing hurt).

Sources close to the investigation indicate that the actor was taken into custody on Sunday (likely September 1st or 2nd, 2024, given the FIR date), before being presented in court.

His remand to judicial custody signifies a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings.

It is worth noting that Ashish Kapoor has previously been embroiled in legal troubles. Earlier, he faced a civil dispute concerning alleged property fraud, which further highlights a pattern of legal challenges for the actor.

The current case, however, marks a far more serious criminal accusation.

The Delhi Police continue their investigation into the matter, gathering further evidence and statements. The actor's legal team is expected to strategize on the next steps, including potential bail applications, as the case progresses through the judicial system.

The outcome of this case will undoubtedly be closely watched within the entertainment industry and by the public.