: One of his friends reportedly gained access to the footage and uploaded it to internet message boards under the title "Mysore Mallige"
: Following the leak, the culprit who distributed the video was reportedly identified and physically beaten by the girl's family. In a controversial move reflective of the era's social pressures, the couple was allegedly forced to marry at a police station. The Couple's Fate indias biggest scandal mysore mallige hot
The "Mysore Mallige" incident, alongside the later DPS MMS scandal of 2004, is frequently cited as a turning point in India's struggle with digital privacy and the legislative need for the Information Technology Act. : One of his friends reportedly gained access
Another key player involved in the scandal is Ramesh Aravind, a popular Kannada actor and TV presenter, who has been accused of being Dutt's accomplice. Aravind has been alleged to have helped Dutt in her alleged misdeeds, including recommending actors and crew members for the show. Another key player involved in the scandal is