Suresh Gopi Case Postponed for Hearing: Alleged Misconduct with Journalist

Kozhikode: The case involving actor Suresh Gopi’s alleged misconduct with a media professional has been postponed for consideration. The Kozhikode Judicial Magistrate Court 4 was scheduled to hear the case, but it was delayed due to Suresh Gopi’s absence from court.

The incident in question took place on October 27 of last year. During the campaign for the Lok Sabha elections, Suresh Gopi allegedly touched the shoulder of the journalist without permission when she asked him questions regarding his candidacy. Though the journalist moved away, Suresh Gopi reportedly reached out again. At this point, the journalist reportedly slapped his hand away and expressed her displeasure. Following the incident, the journalist filed a complaint at the Kozhikode Nadakkavu police station.

The journalist’s complaint to the police commissioner claimed that Suresh Gopi insulted her dignity and behaved with ill intent. Subsequently, a case was filed against the actor under IPC Section 354 and Kerala Police Act Section 119A. According to the chargesheet, Suresh Gopi’s actions caused harm to the journalist’s reputation. The charges could result in a sentence of up to two years in prison or a fine, or both.

Following the controversy, Suresh Gopi expressed regret for the incident.