Daijiworld Media Network – Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Jan 27: A police investigation is under way following allegations and counter-allegations of assault involving former Kannada television actress Kavya Gowda and members of her husband’s family, with both sides filing complaints in connection with the incident.

Kavya Gowda, 33, a jewellery designer, social media influencer and former Kannada TV actor, lives with her husband Somasekhar and their two-year-old daughter in a joint family residence. While Kavya’s family occupies the second floor of the building, Somasekhar’s brother Nandish, his wife Prema and other relatives reside on the lower floors.

Police sources said the families had been involved in frequent disputes in the past, including disagreements over the engagement of a domestic help at the house.

According to the complaint, the incident occurred on January 26, 2026, following a verbal altercation. Kavya alleged that Prema slapped her minor daughter during the argument. When she objected, she claimed she was verbally abused and threatened. She further alleged that Priya, Prema’s sister, assaulted her during the confrontation.

Kavya also accused Ravi Kumar, Prema’s father, of attacking her husband Somasekhar with a wooden stick and later stabbing him on the right shoulder with a knife. She further claimed that Ravi Kumar threatened her with sexual violence and death, while Nandish allegedly pulled her hair during the altercation. Kavya’s sister Bhavya, who arrived at the residence later, was also allegedly threatened.

Following the incident, Kavya, Somasekhar and Bhavya were taken to a private hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment.

Police said they are scrutinising both complaints, medical records and statements from all parties concerned, and that further investigation is in progress.

Based on Kavya’s complaint, Ramamurthy Nagar police registered a case against Ravi Kumar, Prema, Nandish and Priya under sections relating to assault, criminal intimidation, sexual threats and attempt to murder.

Police, however, confirmed that a counter-complaint has also been filed by Nandish and his family, alleging that Kavya subjected them to verbal and physical abuse.

Speaking to the media, Prema said the dispute was rooted in a property issue. “We are a joint family. My in-laws stay on the ground floor, we stay on the first floor, and Somasekhar and Kavya stay on the second floor. Kavya wants the house for herself, and that is why she is creating these issues. She created a ruckus yesterday and wants us to leave the house. This house was built by my father-in-law,” she said.

Responding to the allegations, Kavya said she would take legal recourse. “An FIR has been registered. I am not scared because I know the law is on my side. They are claiming I am after property, but I have not taken any money from my father-in-law or my husband. I have been independent and will continue to be. As a mother, I have to act in the best interests of my daughter. They attacked my child,” she said.