Actress Kalpika Ganesh has been arrested by Gachibowli police in Hyderabad following an alleged altercation at Prism Pub on May 29, during her birthday celebrations. The incident has since spiraled into a legal and social media storm, with dramatic accusations, counter-claims, and a registered case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
🔴 What Happened?
- Kalpika visited Prism Pub in Gachibowli with friends to celebrate her birthday.
- A dispute reportedly erupted when she demanded a complimentary cheesecake, claiming it to be a common practice at other clubs.
- When the staff offered a brownie as a goodwill gesture, she allegedly refused and escalated the situation.
- During the argument, Kalpika went live on Instagram, and later posted on social media accusing the pub staff of rape and molestation.
- These serious allegations were deemed false by the police after reviewing CCTV footage and witness testimonies.
A senior police official stated:
“We reviewed the footage and witness statements. There is currently no evidence to support the allegations of sexual assault made by Ms. Kalpika Ganesh.”
⚖️ Legal Action Taken
- The pub’s general manager filed a formal complaint citing property damage, defamation, verbal abuse, and false accusations.
- Police sought and received court permission before registering a case under the BNS Act, including:
- Sections related to defamation
- Public mischief and causing nuisance
- Misuse of social media to incite false charges
- Kalpika Ganesh has now been arrested, and the police plan to issue further summons for questioning.
🔍 Ongoing Investigation
- Authorities are examining video evidence, including Kalpika’s Instagram live and pub CCTV footage.
- A notice will soon be formally served to Kalpika for cooperation with the ongoing inquiry.
📲 Public Reaction
- Videos of the incident have gone viral, sparking a social media debate.
- While some users criticized the pub staff, many netizens have turned on Kalpika for misusing serious allegations.
- Legal experts and women’s rights activists have also weighed in, stressing the gravity of making false accusations.
🧾 Background
Kalpika Ganesh is known for her roles in Telugu films and web series. The controversy has now thrown her into an unflattering spotlight, with her career and credibility at stake pending legal proceedings.
The case is a cautionary tale about accountability in the age of instant social media broadcasting and the new legal framework under BNS.
