Vijay Deverakonda Hits Back: Police Case Filed Over Online Harassment and Defamation
Vijay Deverakonda's team files a police complaint against social media accounts for defamation and harassment following a Koffee with Karan appearance.
The digital world has turned hostile for star actor Vijay Deverakonda. Following a wave of toxicity on social media, the actor's team has officially moved the law to combat Vijay Deverakonda online harassment, leading the Gachibowli police to register a formal case against seven social media accounts.
Legal Action Against Social Media Trolls
The legal battle began when P. Nishanth, the 36-year-old social media manager for the actor, filed a complaint on October 5, 2026. According to the First Information Report (FIR), several accounts on X (formerly Twitter) have been engaged in a systematic campaign of abuse.
The allegations are severe. Nishanth stated that these accounts have been repeatedly posting and circulating morphed and manipulated photographs, along with vulgar, abusive, and threatening content. The harassment didn't stop with the actor; the complaint alleges that his family members and relatives were also targeted with obscene and humiliating references regarding their personal lives.
The actor's team has provided the police with comprehensive digital evidence, including screenshots, post URLs, videos, and photographs to support the claims of defamation and mental distress.
Police Investigation and Charges
Responding to the complaint, the Gachibowli police have registered a case under Crime No. 1792/2026. The accused accounts are facing charges under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), specifically:
- Section 351(2)
- Section 352
- Section 356(1)
- Section 294(1)
- Section 67 of the Information Technology Act
The investigation has been handed over to DI Naresh. A police official confirmed that the written complaint was received ten days prior and the matter is currently under active investigation.
The 'Koffee with Karan' Trigger
This legal escalation comes amid a storm of controversy surrounding the appearance of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna on the popular talk show ‘Koffee with Karan’. Their appearance sparked intense online discussions, which quickly spiraled into targeted trolling.
In a joint effort, the teams of both Vijay and Rashmika have approached the Hyderabad Cyber Crime authorities. They are seeking an impartial probe into fabricated content, false narratives, manipulated screenshots, and impersonation. The couple's representatives have expressed hope that coordinated or paid campaigns designed to mislead the public will be identified and addressed legally.
"Every identified instance of publishing, reposting or amplifying potentially unlawful content may be examined on its own merits. Appropriate legal remedies will be pursued wherever warranted," a statement from Vijay's team read.
Stars Break Silence on Instagram
While the legal machinery is in motion, both actors took to Instagram to address the noise. Vijay Deverakonda posted a raw and unfiltered message defending his relationship and his peace of mind.
"My best friend, my wife, my woman. One of the most beautiful parts of my life that I got absolutely right," Vijay wrote, adding that he and Rashmika are "gloriously happy." He concluded his post with a blunt message to the trolls, stating that those who cannot celebrate love could "go fuck themselves."
Rashmika Mandanna also shared her perspective on the issue, noting that while she generally respects everyone's right to an opinion, the current situation had crossed a line.