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Ram Gopal Varma Files Appeal Following Three-Month Jail Sentence

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1 year ago

February 16, 2025

Last month, a Mumbai court sentenced filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma to three months in prison due to a cheque bounce case that has lasted for seven years. The verdict was announced by the Andheri Magistrate Court, which also issued a standing non-bailable warrant for Varma’s arrest after he failed to attend the hearing. In response, Varma has filed an appeal with the Dindoshi sessions court to challenge the ruling and seek relief.The court found Varma guilty under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, which penalizes cheque dishonor resulting from insufficient funds or amounts exceeding the arranged limit in an account. Along with the arrest warrant, the court ordered Varma to pay 3.72 lakhs in compensation to the complainant within three months, warning that failure to do so would result in an additional three months of imprisonment. Varma subsequently lodged an appeal against the order earlier this month.

During the hearing on Thursday, Varma’s attorney sought bail and requested a suspension of the sentence. The sessions court judge responded by issuing a notice to the complainant and scheduled a hearing for next month.

For background, a company named Shree filed a case against Varma’s firm in 2018 through Maheshchandra Mishra. The complainant alleged that a cheque issued by Varma to settle outstanding dues was returned due to “insufficient funds.” After contacting the filmmaker, the complainant received another cheque, which also bounced, this time due to “payment stopped by drawer.” This led to a criminal complaint being filed with the Andheri Magistrate Court.

At that time, Varma disputed the claim, asserting that the cheques bore neither his signature nor were they issued by him. However, the magistrate dismissed his defense, citing insufficient evidence. In June 2022, Varma was granted bail after presenting a personal bond and cash security of 5,000 rupees.

In light of the sentencing reports, Varma took to social media to clarify the situation. He stated, “Regarding the news about me and the Andheri court, I want to clarify that this pertains to a seven-year-old case involving an amount of Rs 2 lakh 38 thousand related to my former employee. My advocates are addressing the matter. As it is in court, I cannot provide further comments.”

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Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12: Gilli Nata Wins the Trophy

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2 months ago

January 19, 2026

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Gilli Nata emerged as the winner of the season and lifted the trophy. He won a cash prize of Rs 50 lakh. He also received a brand-new Maruti Suzuki Victoris car as part of the reward.

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The finale witnessed enthusiastic participation from fans and contestants. The season concluded on a high note, marking another successful chapter for Bigg Boss Kannada.

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BBK 12 Winner to Be Announced After Sunset: Kiccha Sudeep

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2 months ago

January 18, 2026

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Sudeep thanked everyone who made the season successful.He expressed gratitude to the technical team for their hard work.He also thanked the contestants for their memorable journey.

He said Season 12 will end today.The Bigg Boss house will remain closed until Season 13 begins.Sudeep wished the finalists and the winner the very best.

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Bigg Boss Kannada 12: Top Six Finalists Announced, Fans Await the Winner

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January 15, 2026

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This elimination round was intense and emotional.All six contestants have shown strong performances throughout the season.They gained attention through their tasks, strategies, and personal journeys.

With the finale nearing, discussions about the winner have increased.Fans and viewers are actively sharing their opinions on social media.Many online polls and fan discussions suggest that Gilli and Rakshitha are strong contenders.Ashwini and Dhanush are also receiving steady support from the audience.Raghu and Kavya have impressed viewers with their consistency and calm gameplay.

However, the final result will depend on audience votes and the finale episode.The makers have not revealed any official hints about the winner.The excitement continues as fans eagerly wait for the grand finale.

The winner of Bigg Boss Kannada 12 will be announced soon.Until then, the competition remains open and unpredictable.