Actor Rukmini Vasanth alleges impersonation, warns fans against fake messages
Bengaluru (PTI): Actor Rukmini Vasanth has alleged that an unknown individual has been impersonating her and contacting people under false pretences using her name.
Sharing the mobile number allegedly used by the impersonator, the actor clarified that it does not belong to her.
Taking to 'X' on November 7, Rukmini issued a statement alerting the public about the impersonation.
"I want to clarify that this number does not belong to me, and any messages or calls from it are completely fake. Please do not respond to or engage with such messages," she said.
The actor warned that the act of impersonation amounts to cybercrime and said appropriate action was being taken against those involved in such fraudulent and misleading activities.
For any clarification or verification, she urged people to contact her or her team directly.
"Thank you all for your understanding and cooperation. Stay alert and safe online," she added.
Responding to her post, the Bengaluru City Police requested the actor to report the matter to the nearest police station for necessary action.
"These are fraudulent calls and messages. Please don’t share any information with them," the police said in a reply.
Rukmini Vasanth is known for her roles in films such as 'Sapta Saagaradaache Ello', 'Madharaasi' and 'Kantara: Chapter 1', among others.
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— rukmini (@rukminitweets) November 7, 2025
It has come to my attention that an individual using the number 9445893273 is impersonating me and reaching out to various people under false pretenses.
I want to clarify that this number does not belong to me, and any messages or calls…
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Belagavi youth’s murder case projected as road accident, cracked in Uttara Kannada; Three arrested
Karwar: Uttara Kannada police have cracked a murder case in which a Belagavi youth was killed and his body burnt inside a car to make it appear like a road accident.
Addressing a press meet in the city, Superintendent of Police Deepan M.N. said three accused from Old Hubballi have been arrested in connection with the case. The crime was a pre-planned act driven by personal enmity, he said.
The case came to light on April 8 morning when a car (KA-04/MJ-8996) was found completely burnt in a roadside ditch near Talekumbri bus stand in Yellapur. Only charred human remains were found inside the vehicle. Initially, it was suspected to be an accident caused by overspeeding, and a case was registered at Yellapur police station based on a complaint filed by the deceased’s father, Jagannath Dhapale.
However, the father later expressed suspicion that his son’s death was not accidental, prompting a detailed investigation.
Taking the matter seriously, two special teams were formed under the leadership of Yellapur Inspector Ramesh Hanapur. On analysing technical evidence and CCTV footage, police found that it was a planned murder.
The accused have been identified as Abdul Raheem Basheer Ahmed Mujawar (32), Maulasab Bavahan Wada (36) and Dadapeer alias Aftab Mehboob Saab Balasangi (22), all chicken traders from Old Hubballi.
Police have seized the car used in the crime along with two scooters. The accused have been remanded to judicial custody.
Investigations revealed that the accused killed Nitesh Dhapale due to personal enmity and later set the car on fire along with the body to project it as an accident.
SP Deepan M.N. appreciated the efforts of Inspector Ramesh Hanapur, PSIs Rajashekhar Vandali and Siddappa Gudi, and the entire team for solving the complex case.
