Trisha remarks row: After hours of grilling, Tamil Nadu ex-DCM Udhayanidhi Stalin released on station bail
Udhayanidhi Stalin, a former deputy chief minister in Tamil Nadu, was released on bail following his arrest over controversial remarks regarding actress Trisha Krishnan. Stalin claims the arrest is a politically motivated diversion tactic by the current government.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the intense political rivalry in Tamil Nadu and the intersection of celebrity culture with regional political discourse.
TAMIL NADU, (India): After several hours of grilling, Leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Stalin was on Tuesday (Aug 4) night released on station bail in connection with the alleged offensive remarks against actress Trisha Krishnan.
Hundreds of DMK supporters had gathered outside the Sengipatti police station where Stalin was held after his arrest earlier Wednesday (Aug 5).
They accorded him a grand welcome, chanting slogans against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and his TVK government.
Addressing a press conference after the release, Stalin said he didn't disrespect any woman and that his arrest was part of CM Vijay's diversion tactics.
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