Actor Dileep Acquitted in 2017 Assault Case; Verdict Divides Kerala

• Malayalam actor Dileep acquitted in the 2017 abduction and assault case by an Ernakulam sessions court on December 8, 2025.
• Six other accused, including prime accused Pulsar Suni, were convicted in the case.
• The 2017 case involved the alleged abduction and sexual assault of a well-known Malayalam actress.
• The verdict has sparked controversy due to alleged trial irregularities and has led to polarized public opinion.
• The case significantly impacted the Malayalam film industry, leading to the formation of the Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) and the Justice Hema Committee.

Why It Matters: This case reshaped Indian cinema, sparking debates on power, gender, and justice.