Darshan Thanks Fans from Prison, Urges Support for ‘The Devil’ Amid Ongoing Legal Battle

Kannada superstar Darshan Thoogudeepa, currently in Ballari Central Prison in Karnataka over murder charges, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to his fans and encouraged them to support his latest film, The Devil, which releases today, December 11, 2025. The actor shared the message through his wife Vijayalakshmi, highlighting the unwavering support of his fans despite his legal troubles.

Darshan and his associate Pavithra Gowda were arrested in June 2024 in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Renukaswamy, a fan who reportedly sent abusive messages to Pavithra. The case continues to attract significant public attention across Karnataka.

In his statement, Darshan said, “This message comes straight from my heart, carried to you all by Viji. She has been updating me every single time about each one of you—your love, your concern, your tireless support, your unstoppable promotions across the state. Even from a distance, I feel your presence with me every moment.”

He further urged fans not to get distracted by rumours or negativity, adding, “Please don’t worry about anything people say. Don’t let any noise, any rumour, or any negativity shake your heart. You are my strength, you are my family, and today more than ever, I am standing only because of the trust you’ve placed in me. My biggest power is you. All I want is for you to worry less and channel that love and energy towards what truly matters—our movie, Devil.”

Darshan emphasised that his fans are his greatest strength and requested them to support The Devil with the same dedication as always. “I am who I am because of you all. I know you will shower Devil with the same immense love. Even in my absence, I want you to answer every question, every doubt, not with words, but with the roaring success of this film. That will be your voice. That will be our statement. Just like you believe in me, I believe in each one of you. Remember—time has its own way of speaking the truth. Time will answer everything,” he added.

Directed by Prakash Veer, The Devil features Rachana Rai, Tulasi, Achyuth Kumar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Shobhraj, and Gilli Nata, promising a gripping cinematic experience for Darshan’s fans.