From Political Prominence to Conviction: The Fall of Prajwal Revanna

Prajwal Revanna, a former JD(S) MP, faced a dramatic fall from grace following allegations of rape. Accusations, leaked videos, and legal battles ensued, disrupting his political career. Despite attempts to evade justice, he was eventually convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, marking a significant turn in his life and career.

Former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna has seen his political career and public image shattered following a series of allegations and legal troubles.

The scandal began in April 2024 when pen drives containing allegedly compromising videos surfaced, sparking national controversy amid the Lok Sabha elections. Revanna claimed political sabotage was at play.

Despite efforts to clear his name and evade prosecution, Revanna was eventually convicted of rape in a case involving a former domestic worker and received a life sentence in August 2025, culminating a dramatic and contentious legal saga.

(With inputs from agencies.)