Popular Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko has once again found himself at the center of controversy, as he has been arrested in connection with a drug case following a police raid at a hotel in Kochi. The incident came to light after authorities received a tip-off regarding alleged drug consumption at the location.
Viral videos from the scene show Shine Tom Chacko attempting to flee, reportedly jumping from the third floor upon noticing the police. These visuals triggered immediate action, prompting the police to issue a summons for questioning.
Accompanied by his lawyer, Shine Tom Chacko appeared for inquiry at the Ernakulam North Police Station. After the questioning session, officials proceeded to arrest the actor. This development marks another serious chapter in Shine’s troubled history with drug-related controversies.
Adding to the storm, actress Vincy Sony Aloysius recently made strong allegations against Shine, claiming he used drugs on a film set and exhibited inappropriate behavior towards her. These accusations have sparked wider discussions within the Malayalam film industry.
Despite his controversies, Shine Tom Chacko has gained notable popularity across South Indian cinema. He rose to prominence in Telugu films with his impactful performance as a villain in Dasara, directed by Sreekanth Odela. He later appeared in Devara and was recently seen in the Tamil film Good Bad Ugly alongside Ajith Kumar.
It’s worth mentioning that Shine Tom Chacko was previously acquitted in a 2015 drug case involving allegations of cocaine use. However, the latest arrest raises fresh concerns about the actor’s ongoing association with drug-related incidents.
Stay tuned for further updates as the investigation unfolds.