https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Renukaswamy
Renukaswamy (1991 - June 8, 2024) was a resident of Chitradurga who was allegedly kidnapped and murdered by men working with Kannada actor Darshan after allegedly sending lewd messages to Darshan's long-time partner, Pavithra Gowda. The case is still being investigated. The incident sent shockwaves across the nation including Karnataka's film industry and the question of social media's toxic

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/brutal-and-barbaric-autopsy-reveals-chilling-details-of-renukaswamys-murder-linked-to-actor-darshan-101718784837501.html
The autopsy report of 33-year-old Renukaswamy, allegedly killed by Kannada actor Darshan and his associates, revealed that he died "due to shock and hemorrhage as a result of multiple blunt

https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/karnataka/arrest-of-actor-darshan-chilling-details-of-murder-emerge-during-probe-898602
Leading Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, his close friend Pavithra Gowda and 11 of his associates were arrested on Tuesday in connection with the murder. Renukaswamy, a resident of district

https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2024/Jun/12/kannada-actor-darshan-arrest-chilling-details-of-murder-over-lewd-messages-emerge
Darshan, his friend and film actress Pavithra Gowda, and 11 others were arrested in connection with Renukaswamy's murder on Tuesday. The 47-year-old actor has been remanded to six days' police

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/postmortem-report-of-man-allegedly-killed-by-darshan-details-15-injuries-101718391053217.html
The autopsy report of 33-year-old Renukaswamy, allegedly killed by Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and his associates on June 9, shows that he sustained 15 grievous injuries all over his body

https://www.indiatoday.in/india/karnataka/story/darshan-thoogudeepa-arrest-renukaswamy-murder-pavithra-gowda-bengaluru-police-karnataka-2553687-2024-06-15
In Short. A coordinated operation by three top Bengaluru Police officers swiftly cracked the Renukasawamy murder case and arrested Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa through prompt action and meticulous attention to detail. The body of Renukasawamy, a 33-year-old auto driver, was found near a flyover in Bengaluru on June 9.

https://www.outlookindia.com/national/renukaswamy-murder-bengaluru-kannada-actor-darshan-pavithra-gowda-wife-friend-case-details
Renukaswamy, a resident of Chitradurga, allegedly commented on the social media account of Pavithra Gowda, a small-time actress, accusing her of creating a rift between the actor and his wife

https://www.livemint.com/news/india/darshan-case-renukaswamy-murder-kannada-actor-darshan-thoogudeepa-pavithra-gowda-bengaluru-news-case-updates-11718507808492.html
Darshan case: Darshan Thoogudeepa, popularly known as "Challenging Star", Pavithra Gowda and 11 of his close associates were arrested for the murder of 33-year-old Renukaswamy, a fan of the actor

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/renukaswamy-murder-case-court-extends-police-custody-of-actor-darshan-associates-by-five-more-days-101718460411633.html
Darshan and 12 of his close associates were arrested on Tuesday for the murder of 33-year-old Renukaswamy, a fan of the actor. A Bengaluru court on Saturday extended the police custody of Kannada

https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/crime/murder-case-darshan-pavithra-gowda-1.9632790
Renukaswamy, a resident of district headquarters town of Chitradurga, a fan of the 47-year-old actor, had allegedly commented on the social media account of Gowda, a small-time actress, accusing

https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/actor-darshan-murder-case-renukaswamy-death-torture-shock-post-mortem-arrests-cctv-2554096-2024-06-17
In Short. The post-mortem report of Renukaswamy, a fan of popular Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, has revealed he was tortured with electric shocks before his death, police sources said on Monday. The development comes as authorities investigate the high-profile case that has shocked the Kannada film industry.

https://www.thenewsminute.com/karnataka/kannada-actor-darshan-arrested-in-connection-with-murder-case
Renukaswamy, who had allegedly sent objectionable messages to Kannada actor Pavithra Gowda on social media, was brought to Kamakshipalya and murdered on June 8. His body was discovered by locals

https://www.news18.com/india/challenging-crime-kannada-actor-darshan-arrested-over-fans-murder-heres-what-we-know-8929743.html
Renukaswamy, known to be an ardent fan of Darshan, was said to have been sending a series of lewd and defamatory texts to the actor's partner Pavithra. In his texts, he held Pavithra responsible for Darshan's separation from his wife Vjayalakshmi and said that she should stay away from him or face consequences, said a police source. Renukaswamy was found murdered, with his body dumped in a

https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!state/renukaswamy-murder-case-post-mortem-report-reveals-that-he-was-brutally-killed-enn24061303585
Bengaluru (Karnataka): The postmortem report of Chitradurga native Renukaswamy, who was allegedly murdered in Bengaluru here, has been handed over to the police. Police sources said that the report mentioned that Renukaswamy was brutally killed. Sources said doctors at the Bowring Hospital conducted the post-mortem examination and submitted the report to the officials of the Kamakshipalya

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/kannada-actor-darshan-driver-surrenders-in-renukaswamy-murder-case-13782495.html
As the investigation continues in Karnataka's Renukaswamy murder case, in which a Kannada actor and his partner are accused, a key accused has surrendered to the police. The development comes just a day after Darshan Thoogudeepa alias 'Challenging Star', his co-star and rumoured girlfriend Pavithra Gowda and 11 others were arrested in the

https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/others/kannada-actor-darshan-arrested-for-fans-alleged-murder-timeline-of-a-murder-mystery-straight-out-of-movies-101718182598841.html
When Darshan learns of the messages, he finds out that Renukaswamy lives in Chitradurga, 200 km away. Darshan allegedly contacts Raghavendra, who heads his fan club there, and asks him to bring

https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/bangalore/pavithra-gowda-kannada-actor-darshan-murder-case-9387636/
Police believe Pavithra Gowda, 34, was at the centre of the developments that led to the murder of Renukaswamy, a Darshan fan who apparently did not like the actor's relationship with Gowda. Renukaswamy, 33, was abducted and killed after he posted allegedly derogatory comments on Pavithra Gowda's relationship with Darshan and sent her such

https://www.deccanherald.com/india/karnataka/kannada-actor-darshan-arrested-for-murder-3061498
Police said Renukaswamy targeted Pavithra in his Instagram comments, suggesting she was a "third wheel" between Darshan and his wife Vijayalakshmi. Riled by the comments, Pavithra, a small-time

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/kannada-actor-darshan-thoogudeepa-girlfriend-arrested-for-fans-murder-13781601.html
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and 11 others including his rumoured partner Pavithra Gowda were arrested on Tuesday in a murder case in Bengaluru. Police say Renukaswamy, an ardent fan of Darshan, allegedly sent Pavithra obscene messages, blaming her for Darshan's separation from his wife Vijayalakshmi. The victim was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted before he succumbed to his injuries

https://www.thenewsminute.com/karnataka/kannada-actor-darshan-sent-to-police-custody-cctv-footage-shows-his-car-near-crime-scene
11 Jun 2024, 3:21 pm. Kannada actors Darshan Thoopgudeepa and Pavithra Gowda have been sent to six days of police custody in connection with the death of a Chitradurga man, Renukaswamy. Darshan

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/darshan-arrested-for-murder-from-affair-with-pavithra-gowda-to-accusations-of-domestic-abuse-5-controversies-of-kannada-star/articleshow/110897524.cms
The motive for Renukaswamy's murder was allegedly his sending of inappropriate messages to actress Pavithra Gowda, who is a close friend of Darshan. The police have reported that the arrest was made due to his suspected involvement in the murder of a young man named Renukaswamy from Chitradurga. Nine individuals were initially brought in for

https://www.news18.com/movies/who-is-darshan-thoogudeepa-all-you-need-to-know-about-kannada-actor-arrested-in-a-murder-case-8928824.html
The South Indian actor was apprehended for his alleged involvement in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case and is currently being transported to Bangalore. Who is Darshan Thoogudeepa? Darshan Thoogudeepa, often known simply as Darshan, is a prominent actor in the Kannada film industry, also known as Sandalwood. Born on February 16, 1977

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Upendra_(actor)
Upendra (actor) Upendra (born 18 September 1968) is an Indian actor, film director, film producer, screenwriter, playback singer, lyricist and politician who worked primarily in Kannada films. He has also worked in a few Telugu films. Upendra was known for his thematic representation of Indian politics and society in his films.