Dileep Acquitted in Assault Case; Blames Ex-Wife, State to Appeal

• Malayalam actor Dileep acquitted in the 2017 sexual assault case by a Kerala court.
• Dileep blamed ex-wife Manju Warrier for a "criminal conspiracy" against him.
• Six other accused, including prime accused Pulsar Suni, were found guilty; their punishment is due December 12.
• The Kerala government announced it would appeal the verdict to ensure justice for the survivor.
• The lengthy trial involved 261 witnesses, 833 documents, and faced multiple delays and twists.

Why It Matters: Dileep's acquittal in a high-profile case raises questions about justice and accountability.