Naagin actor Pearl V Puri has been arrested by the Mumbai Police for allegedly assaulting a minor two years ago. A case was registered against Puri by the victim’s father in 2019.

“The victim identified the accused recently, and after recording her statement, the accused has been arrested. After the identification of the accused, we have taken him into custody for further investigation,” said Sanjay Patil, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Zone of Mira Bhayandar, Vasai.

The accused has been booked under Sections 376 AB (Punishment for rape on woman under 12 years of age) of the Indian Penal Code, and Sections 4, 8, 12, 19 and 21 under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.

In Pearl’s defence, his co-star Anita Hassanandani took to Instagram and stood up for him. She said that it cannot be true as she knows him well and the truth will find its way. She captioned the post, "Woke up to some nonsensical news bout @pearlvpuri I know him! It is NOT true ... canNOT be true.... all lies. I’m sure there is more to it. And the truth will be out soon. Love you @pearlvpuri #ISTANDWITHPEARL."

The actor’s fans have come to his rescue and are sure of the fact that he can’t do such a thing. But there are others who went on to say that the minor is a victim till the time the judgement doesn’t come and it’s too soon to draw any conclusions saying that the actor is innocent.

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On the work front, Pearl has featured in several serials including Phir Bhi Na Maane...Badtameez Dil, Naagarjuna Ek Yoddha, Naagin 3, and Bepanah Pyaar. Fans saw him last in Brahmarakshas 2, in which he essayed the role of Angad Mehra.

He made his television debut in 2013 with Dil Ki Nazar Se Khoobsurat. He also appeared in the second and third seasons of Bigg Boss as a guest.

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