Actor and producer Manchu Vishnu has taken a legal step to clear his name, approaching the Supreme Court in an effort to dismiss a long-standing case tied to alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct during the 2019 general elections.
On Tuesday, the apex court began a preliminary hearing on Vishnu’s petition. A bench led by Justice B.V. Nagarathna acknowledged the plea and issued notices to the respondents, setting the stage for a more detailed hearing scheduled for July 15.
The case, which has lingered for nearly five years, centers on accusations that Vishnu, who was politically active during the 2019 elections, flouted election guidelines. In his petition, the actor has firmly denied any wrongdoing and requested that the case be quashed.
The court’s directive to issue notices marks a crucial procedural step, allowing the respondents to present their side before the court takes a deeper dive into the matter. The upcoming hearing in July is expected to shed more light on the allegations, the evidence, and the legal arguments from both sides.
The case’s revival at the highest level of the judiciary has rekindled interest in both Tollywood and political circles. For Manchu Vishnu, who juggles roles as an entertainer and an industry representative, the outcome could have significant implications. All eyes will now be on the July 15 session, where the next chapter in this legal saga will unfold.
