Actor Dhanveer detained by CCB over viral Parappana Agrahara Jail videos

The CCB has detained Sandalwood actor Dhanveer in connection with viral videos showing alleged VIP treatment for inmates inside Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Prison.

The controversy over the Parappana Agrahara Central Prison videos showing inmates receiving VIP treatment has taken a new twist, with Sandalwood actor Dhanveer being detained by the Central Crime Branch (CCB) for questioning.

Over the past few days, several videos from the high-security prison have gone viral on social media, drawing public outrage. The clips allegedly show luxurious facilities and special privileges being given to select inmates, including a suspected terrorist and convicted serial offender Umesh Reddy, known for his serious criminal background.

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The CCB began investigating after the videos surfaced, suspecting that they were recorded and leaked by individuals with inside access. Preliminary inquiries led police to believe that actor Dhanveer, known to be a close associate of actor Darshan, may have been involved in releasing or circulating the videos online.

According to sources, CCB officials have taken Dhanveer into custody for detailed questioning to determine his role in spreading the footage and to trace how the recordings were made within the high-security facility. Investigators are also examining whether any prison officials facilitated the making or leaking of the videos in exchange for favours.