Mumbai: Veteran filmmaker Shakeel Noorani, 73, has been arrested by Mumbai Police in connection with an alleged rape and sexual assault case involving a 33-year-old actor.
According to the police complaint, the actor had gone to Noorani’s residence in Mumbai’s Malwani area after he allegedly invited her to discuss an upcoming film project. She has alleged that Noorani sexually assaulted her during the meeting.
Actor Alleges She Was Drugged and Threatened
The complaint alleges that Noorani drugged the actor and subsequently threatened her. Police have registered a case based on her allegations and conducted an investigation before making the arrest.
Noorani was produced before the Borivali Holiday Court following his arrest. The court has sent him to police custody until August 12.
According to other reports, police traced Noorani to a farmhouse in Maharashtra after he had reportedly been evading authorities. His lawyer has denied the allegations against him.
Who Is Shakeel Noorani?
Shakeel Noorani is a veteran filmmaker who has worked as a writer, producer and director in the Hindi film industry.
He is known for films including Bade Dil Wala (1999) and Joru Ka Ghulam (2000).
Investigation Underway
The case remains under investigation, and the allegations made in the police complaint have not been established by a court. Police custody will allow investigators to continue questioning Noorani and examine the circumstances surrounding the complaint.
The filmmaker’s legal team has disputed the allegations, while police continue their investigation into the case.
