Indian actress Kasthuri Shankar has been arrested by Chennai police following controversial remarks about the Telugu community’s lineage. She was taken into custody in Hyderabad by the Chennai police.

Kasthuri Shankar's comments sparked widespread outrage in Tamil Nadu with parties including the DMK and BJP condemning it.

Actress Kasturi Shankar was arrested in Hyderabad on Saturday (16 November) by Chennai Police in connection with a case involving her alleged controversial remarks about Telugu-speaking community living in Tamil Nadu. According to a complaint by a Telugu association, Shankar made divisive remarks during a 3 November protest.

Tamil actor Kasturi Shankar's statement at an event organised by right-wing outfit Hindu Makkal Katchi has left the Tollywood industry puzzled. 'There's no animosity here.'

Her arrest follows the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court denying her anticipatory bail in a case related to derogatory remarks allegedly targeting the Telugu community.

Kasthuri Shankar received widespread backlash for her controversial statements on the Telugu community. Multiple cases were filed against her.

Actress Kasturi Shankar was remanded in custody over alleged derogatory remarks against the Telugu community, sparking multiple complaints and legal proceedings.

Indian actress Kasthuri Shankar was arrested and produced in a Metropolitan Magistrate Court due to her controversial remarks about the Telugu community’s lineage. She was taken into custody by Chennai police in Hyderabad on 16.