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Minu Muneer Granted Bail in Balachandra Menon Defamation Case

Cybercrime police are compiling digital evidence for the charge sheet as broader probes call for stronger online defamation safeguards.

Malayalam Actor Minu Muneer Arrested Over Defamation Case Filed By Balachandra Menon; Later Released On Bail
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Balachandra Menon filed a complaint on Minu Muneer for defamation.
Image featuring Balachandra Menon wearing black shirt

Overview

  • Minu Muneer was arrested on June 30 by the Kochi City cybercrime police over alleged defamatory social media posts targeting Balachandra Menon.
  • She surrendered after the Kerala High Court dismissed her anticipatory bail plea and secured release on bail later that day.
  • The FIR registered on October 2, 2024 charges her under criminal intimidation, obscene electronic content and nuisance statutes.
  • The cybercrime unit is preparing digital evidence to support the charge sheet ahead of further enquiry.
  • Special Investigation Team and government-appointed panels remain active with an August film conclave planned to discuss structural reforms and online harassment safeguards.