Overview
- Shine Tom Chacko was arrested under the NDPS Act after fleeing a hotel raid in Kochi; no drugs were recovered during the operation.
- The actor admitted to drug use during police questioning, and forensic samples were collected for further analysis.
- Vincy Aloshious withdrew her complaint of on-set misconduct against Chacko, citing a breach of anonymity and trust in the investigation process.
- Kerala Excise Minister M. B. Rajesh emphasized a zero-tolerance approach to drug use, stating no special concessions would be made for celebrities or industries.
- The incident has reignited discussions about drug use in the Malayalam film industry, with calls for greater accountability and systemic reforms.