Kannada actress Aishwarya aka Ash Melo among 11 arrested in filmmaker Anish kidnap case

A shocking kidnapping and assault case has come to light in Bengaluru, where Kannada filmmaker Anish was allegedly lured on the pretext of selling his car and later attacked over a financial dispute. Police have arrested 11 people in connection with the case, including actress and social media influencer Aishwarya, popularly known as Ash Melo.

According to the police, he was taken to a house on the outskirts of the city instead of meeting a genuine buyer. There, a group allegedly led by the main accused, Ashirwad, is said to have assaulted him with sticks. Investigators believe the attack was linked to an ongoing financial dispute involving a loan of around Rs 2.5 lakh and disagreements over an investment of Rs 5 to 6 lakh in the film.

Police sources say Anish was forced to withdraw earlier complaints related to the money matter. He was also allegedly robbed of gold ornaments and Rs 30,000 in cash. The complaint states that a 22-gram gold bracelet, a gold chain, and a ring were taken from him. The accused are also said to have withdrawn Rs 5,500 using his ATM card and demanded Rs 5 lakh.

During the assault, one of the accused allegedly punched Anish in the face, causing heavy bleeding from his nose. He was later admitted to Sanjay Gandhi Hospital, where he is currently recovering from multiple injuries.

Aishwarya is a known face in the Kannada entertainment industry and has appeared in several South Indian films. She had earlier made headlines for walking out of the reality show Halli Power shortly after joining it. She is also expected to appear in upcoming films like Dwamsa and Bhaira.

The case has raised serious concerns within the local film industry, especially regarding financial disputes and personal safety. For now, the focus remains on Anish’s recovery and the legal process ahead.