Kannada superstar Darshan, one of Sandalwood’s most celebrated actors, has once again landed in the headlines—not for his films, but for his dramatic plea inside a Bengaluru court.
Appearing through video conferencing for the ongoing Renukaswamy murder case, Darshan stunned everyone when he said: “Give me poison, I haven’t seen sunlight for 30 days.”
The shocking plea
Darshan claimed he has been locked away from sunlight for nearly a month and is enduring unbearable conditions inside the prison. He alleged fungal infections on his hands and complained that his clothes were unhygienic, painting a disturbing picture of his life behind bars.
His plea quickly spread across news channels and social media, sparking outrage, sympathy, and heated debates.
Court’s stern response
The court was not swayed by the actor’s emotional outburst. Judges dismissed his statement as a “feed me poison drama” and made it clear that jail rules apply equally to every prisoner. His request to be shifted to Ballari jail was rejected, but the court granted limited concessions: permission to move within the prison premises, access to medical checkups, and extra bedding such as pillows and blankets.
The Renukaswamy case background
Darshan was arrested in June 2024 in connection with the brutal murder of Renukaswamy. Initially granted interim and later regular bail, he faced a major setback in August 2025 when the Supreme Court cancelled his bail citing potential witness tampering and misuse of his celebrity status. Since then, his legal troubles have only deepened.
Sandalwood reels under crisis
Darshan’s incarceration has sent shockwaves across the Kannada film industry. Several big-budget projects are stalled, producers are facing financial losses, and co-stars have remained silent amid the controversy. For an actor once hailed as the “Challenging Star,” this downfall has cast a shadow on the entire Sandalwood fraternity.
Social media and public reaction
Soon after his plea went public, hashtags like #JusticeForDarshan and #NoPrivilegeInPrison began trending. Fans expressed sympathy and demanded better treatment, while critics argued that Darshan was using his celebrity status to create drama. The sharp divide has turned the case into one of the most discussed issues in recent times.
Political heat
Adding to the drama, politicians have begun weighing in. Some leaders have called for prison reforms and better conditions for inmates across the country, while others insist that Darshan should not receive any special treatment just because of his stardom. The case has now become a political talking point, further amplifying the public interest.
The bigger question: justice or sympathy?
Darshan’s plea goes beyond just one man’s suffering. It raises questions about prison conditions in India, equality before the law, and the privileges often demanded by celebrities. Was his emotional outburst a genuine cry for help, or a strategy to win concessions? The answer may decide not only his fate but also set a precedent for how high-profile prison
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