Puri Jagannadh and Tarun Receive Legal Clearance in 2018 Tollywood Drug Scandal

In a significant turn of events, the dark cloud that loomed over Tollywood in the aftermath of the 2018 drug scandal seems to be dissipating for director Puri Jagannadh and young actor Tarun. The Telangana Excise (Enforcement) Department had unearthed a major drug racket, implicating twelve prominent figures in the Telugu film industry for their alleged involvement in the illicit drug trade. This revelation had sent shockwaves through the industry, with the Hyderabad drug bust becoming a sensationalized affair after the celebrity names were leaked to the media.

However, a recent report suggests a major development in the legal proceedings related to the 2018 Tollywood drug scandal. The Nampally Court in Hyderabad has granted substantial relief to director Puri Jagannadh and actor Tarun. The court has taken the decisive step of dismissing the cases filed against them by the Excise Department, marking a significant legal victory for the filmmaker and the young actor.

This legal reprieve extends beyond Puri Jagannadh and Tarun, as the Nampally Court has reportedly squashed six out of the eight cases filed by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Excise Department in connection with the Tollywood drugs scandal. This development suggests a notable shift in the trajectory of the legal proceedings surrounding the high-profile case.

Notably, several Telugu film celebrities, including Puri Jagannath, Navadeep, Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja, Charmee Kaur, Shyam K Naidu, Mumaith Khan, and Tanish, were implicated in the drug investigation. The legal clearance granted to Puri Jagannadh and Tarun raises questions about the overall course of the Tollywood drugs scandal case and the potential impact on others named in the controversy. The evolving legal landscape may bring a degree of closure to the individuals involved and reshape perceptions within the Telugu film industry.