Bengaluru: Actor and Bigg Boss Kannada fame Divya Suresh has alleged that she and her cousin were harassed by an unidentified man during a late-night incident on Bengaluru’s Kanakapura Main Road. The actor shared details of the alleged incident on social media, saying the experience left them traumatised and raised fresh concerns over women’s safety in the city.
According to Divya Suresh, the incident took place at around 11.30 pm on Sunday when the two women were walking towards their parked car.
Actor alleges man followed and harassed them
In a post on social media, Divya Suresh claimed that an unidentified man began following her and her cousin as they walked towards their vehicle.
She alleged that the man made obscene gestures, making both women feel unsafe.
Alarmed by the situation, the duo reportedly hurried into their car and immediately locked the doors.
However, according to the actor, the man allegedly continued his inappropriate behaviour even after they were inside the vehicle.
Video shared on social media
Divya Suresh later shared a video of the alleged incident on her social media accounts.
The clip appears to show a man walking around the parked vehicle while allegedly engaging in inappropriate behaviour. The actor claimed that despite being recorded, the individual continued his actions.
The authenticity of the video and the allegations has not been independently verified by authorities.
The actor said the incident left her deeply shaken and described it as the “scariest night” she had experienced.
Raises concerns over women’s safety
Along with the video, Divya Suresh expressed concern over the safety of women in public spaces.
In her post, she questioned why women continue to fear such situations while calling attention to the behaviour of individuals who allegedly engage in harassment without fear of consequences.
She urged people to recognise the seriousness of such incidents and highlighted the emotional impact they can have on victims.
Incident reportedly occurred on Kanakapura Main Road
Based on the location tagged in the social media post, the alleged incident occurred on Kanakapura Main Road in Bengaluru.
As of now, there has been no official statement from the Bengaluru Police regarding the incident or whether a formal complaint has been registered.
Authorities are yet to confirm whether an investigation has been initiated.
Public reaction
The actor’s post has drawn widespread attention on social media, with several users expressing concern over women’s safety during late-night travel.
Many users urged the authorities to identify the individual seen in the video and take appropriate legal action if the allegations are substantiated.
Others called for increased police patrolling and stronger safety measures in public areas.
Conclusion
The alleged harassment of Divya Suresh has once again brought the spotlight on women’s safety in Bengaluru. While the actor has shared her experience publicly, police are yet to issue an official statement. Further action is expected if a formal complaint is lodged and the allegations are investigated.