South Indian actress and BJP supporter Kasturi Shankar was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly making racist remarks about the Telugu community. Her arrest came after the Madras High Court’s Madurai bench denied her anticipatory bail.
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Shankar’s comments, made at a Hindu Makkal Katchi event in Tamil Nadu, sparked widespread backlash. While she later apologized, stating her intent was not to offend, the court deemed her remarks hate speech and criticized her apology as inadequate.
Known for her acting career and political affiliations, Shankar recently campaigned for the BJP during the 2024 general elections.
