Aarti Ravi's father files complaint against singer Suchitra over defamatory remarks: Report
In a fresh turn of events surrounding the separation of actor Ravi Mohan and Aarti Ravi, the latter's father has filed an official police complaint against singer
. According to a News18 report, the complaint has been lodged at the office of the Commissioner of Police, accusing Suchitra of making inappropriate and defamatory comments in a video that has since gone viral.
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Separation sparks public interest
The controversy began after
Mohan and Aarti publicly announced their decision to part ways. Soon after, Ravi was spotted attending a public event with singer Kenisha, drawing media attention and public speculation. In the aftermath, singer Suchitra released a video in which she made serious allegations, including linking Aarti with a prominent actor. These statements, which quickly gained traction on social media, were perceived as deeply offensive and damaging to Aarti's dignity and personal reputation.
Defamation allegations and damage to reputation
In his complaint, Aarti's father claimed that Suchitra's remarks were not only defamatory but also an invasion of the privacy of his daughter and family. He stated that her public posts and videos have triggered unnecessary speculation in the Tamil film industry and tarnished the family's reputation, which had been built over decades of hard work. He emphasised that the dignity of his wife and daughter had been unfairly questioned, and that Suchitra's conduct amounted to character assassination.
Legal action demanded under IT Act and BNS
The complaint demands legal action against the singer under several sections of the Information Technology Act, 2000, including Sections 79, 294, 353 BNS, 66(a), and 67. The case has added a new layer of controversy to the ongoing divorce proceedings and has sparked wider conversations about accountability in public discourse, particularly when it involves the private lives of celebrities and their families.
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