Kochi: Soon after the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court acquitted actor Dileep in the 2017 actress assault case, actor and activist Rima Kallingal posted a brief but pointed message on social media, declaring: “Always. More stronger than ever, now.”

The post, which also carried a phrase translating to “with her”, was widely interpreted as a renewed expression of solidarity with the survivor.

Rima has been one of the most vocal supporters of the actress throughout the eight-year-long legal battle, and her message appeared within minutes of the verdict being announced at 11 a.m. on Monday.

The Verdict

The Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court on Monday acquitted actor Dileep (P. Gopalakrishnan) of the criminal conspiracy charge, holding that the prosecution had failed to prove Section 12

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