Renowned Malayalam director-producer Ranjith was arrested on charges of sexual assault late on Tuesday, March 31. The arrest comes after a young female actor filed a complaint with Kochi police. Ranjith was reportedly taken into custody in Idukki and later handed over to Kochi police.

Ranjith arrested

Ernakulam Central Police allegedly arrested Ranjith with the assistance of local authorities in Thodupuzha, as per reports. According to police sources, Ranjith was blocked while travelling through the town for a scheduled event. Following instructions from the Idukki Superintendent of Police, the operation to arrest him was reportedly conducted with "utmost secrecy" to avoid public disruption.