The latest development has occurred amid reports that Kichcha Sudeep is joining the ruling BJP, with the actor finally issuing a clarification.
Amid reports of Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep joining the ruling BJP, his manager has got an alleged threat letter, prompting the police to register a case. As per the police, his manager Jack Manju received a letter from an unknown person, who threatened to release the actor’s “private video” on social media.
Following a complaint lodged by the actor’s manager, the Puttenahalli police registered a case under sections 504, 506 and 120 (B) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The senior officers are also looking to hand over the case to the Central Crime Branch, and investigation is underway in the matter.
Meanwhile, speculations are rife that the Kannada superstar would join BJP before the May 10 Assembly elections. Clarifying all rumours, Kichcha Sudeep on Wednesday announced that he will support Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, but he is not joining the BJP or any other political party.
Talking to reporters, Sudeep said, "I call him 'mama'. There is no question of my stand or politics in my decision. I have been seeing CM Bommai since I was a child. He stood with me at the time of my crisis in the film industry. He is the person whom I love. I am here to stand with him. There was no godfather and few stood with me. Now, I am extending my support to him. But, I am not joining politics and I am clearing this to my fans.”
He added, "I am going to take up campaigning for CM Bommai and I will also campaign for the candidates whom he suggests. It is not possible to go to all constituencies. Leaders from other parties have also supported me. If they seek help, I will campaign for them as well. When CM Bommai stood by me without seeking my background, I was very small. Similarly, I am supporting him.”