Thu Sep 11 17:50:21 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

This article from The Hindu reports that a dowry harassment and cruelty case has been registered against Kannada filmmaker S. Narayan, his wife Bhagyalakshmi, and their son Pavan, based on a complaint filed by Pavan’s wife, Pavithra. Pavithra alleges that her family supported the family financially, including funding a failed business venture, but was subsequently harassed and forced out of the house with her son due to continued demands for money.

**News Article:**

**Kannada Filmmaker S. Narayan Faces Dowry Harassment Charges**

**Bengaluru, September 11, 2025 (The Hindu) -** Renowned Kannada filmmaker S. Narayan, along with his wife Bhagyalakshmi, and their son Pavan, are under investigation following a police complaint alleging dowry harassment and cruelty. The Jnana Bharathi police in Bengaluru have registered a case based on the complaint filed by Pavithra, Pavan’s wife.

According to Pavithra’s statement, the couple married in 2021. She claims to have financially supported the family initially, even gifting her husband a car when he was unemployed. Later, Pavithra’s family allegedly financed Pavan’s film institute, “Kala Samrat Team Academy,” which eventually failed.

The complaint further alleges that Pavithra’s family provided a ring worth ₹1 lakh and covered the wedding expenses. She also claims to have taken out a loan of ₹10 lakh to support the family’s business ventures. Despite this financial support, Pavithra alleges that Narayan’s family continued to demand money and ultimately harassed her, forcing her and her minor son to leave their home.

After attempts to reconcile with her husband and in-laws proved unsuccessful, Pavithra approached the police. The investigation is ongoing.

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