Two actors have been arrested in Kochi for allegedly luring a doctor to an apartment on the pretext of a medical emergency, assaulting him and stealing his valuables. Malayalam actors Athulya Chandra and actor-producer Bibin Perumbilli are among the three people arrested in connection with the case. According to NDTV’s report, 12 people have been named as accused, with the police investigating the role of the other accused.
Malayalam Actors Athulya Chandra and Bibin Perumbilli arrested
The alleged incident took place on November 2, 2026 at Essen Springdale in Kochi. The doctor was reportedly asked to visit the apartment after being told that one of Athulya Chandra’s relatives was unwell and required medical assistance. Since he already knew the actress, he reportedly agreed to visit the flat at her request. However, upon arriving, he found nearly 12 people inside.
According to the doctor’s complaint, he was allegedly confronted by the group, forcibly made to sit on a chair and assaulted. Bibin is accused of slapping and punching him in the ribs, while other members of the group reportedly joined in the attack. The complaint further states that the accused took away his phone, smartwatch and wireless earphones. Different publications have put the value of the stolen belongings at approximately Rs 3 lakh to Rs. 3.5 lakh.
According to Free Press Journal, the doctor has further alleged that Athulya verbally accused and threatened him during the incident. According to his complaint, the accused threatened to implicate him in a case, claiming that he had attempted to drug and sexually assault their relative. However, this allegation has not been independently verified.
The incident reportedly took place on November 2, while the doctor approached the Kadavanthra police following that. Athulya and Bibin were taken into custody on Thursday, November 5, along with another accused. Police are continuing their investigation into the possible motive behind the incident.
Who are Athulya Chandra and Bibin Perumbilli?
Bibin Perumpally is an actor and producer who has been associated with several Malayalam films, including Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra, Sita Ramam, King of Kotha and Rorschach.
Athulya Chandra, meanwhile, has appeared in Malayalam and other South Indian language films, including Dies Irae, Uyir and Gaanagandharvan.
2 Malayalam actors arrested in Kochi for Rs 3.5 lakh robbery
