Naagin 3 Actor Pearl V Puri Arrested After Alleged Rape And Molestation Of A Minor

It has just been a few days since charges of gang rape had come up against Jaccky Bhagnani and a few others after a model had filed a complaint. Now, TV actor Pearl V Puri has come under the radar. Allegations of rape and molestation of a minor have been made against the Naagin 3 actor. He has been taken to custody.

Pearl was arrested on Friday by Waliv police in Vasai. Sanjay Patil, DCP Zone 2, Mira Bhayander Vasai Virar, said "The incident is old but the 17 year old minor victim complained to us along with her mother at the police station and we registered case under Section 376 (rape) of IPC and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act(POCSO) Act, 2012." Police also added that Puri had asked for sexual favours and promised the girl a career in the TV industry. He has been remanded to police custody for now.

There has been no word about the same coming from Puri or his representatives. The actor has been a part of the TV industry for close to a decade now. He became a household name after his stint in Naagin 3. His co-star Anita Hassanandani supported the actor and wrote on social media, "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."