Dies Irae actor Athulya Chandra, 2 others arrested for allegedly assaulting, robbing doctor

Malayalam actor Athulya Chandra and two others were apprehended in Kochi, India, for allegedly assaulting a doctor and stealing his mobile phones and other belongings worth over Rs 3 lakh. The incident reportedly took place on November 2, 2023, when the doctor visited a flat in Vyttila, Ernakulam district, following a call about an ailing relative of one of the accused.

Upon arrival, Athulya and two others were present in the flat, allegedly assaulting the doctor. In addition to the assault, the accused are accused of stealing the doctor's two mobile phones and smartwatch and earbuds worth approximately Rs 3.25 lakh.

The police registered an FIR under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and arrested Athulya Chandra and the two others on November 5, 2023. However, the motive behind the incident remains unclear, and the police have not ruled out any possibilities, including the potential involvement of a honey-trap operation. The accused, including Athulya Chandra, have provided conflicting accounts of the events, and the police are still gathering information and verifying details.