13 July,2026 04:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Madirakshi Mundle and Rohit Chandel (Pictures via Instagram)
Actor Madirakshi Mundle has deactivated her Instagram account days after publicly reacting to the arrest of her Sairaab co-star Rohit Chandel in connection with an alleged assault case involving a minor. The development comes amid intense public scrutiny surrounding the actor, with social media users closely following updates related to the investigation.
Madirakshi had initially spoken about the controversy after Rohit's arrest, expressing shock over the allegations. While refraining from commenting on the legal aspects of the case, she said she was deeply disturbed by the reports and hoped that the truth would emerge through due process. She also urged people not to jump to conclusions until the investigation was complete.
Speaking to the media, Madirakshi had said, "I was shocked when I heard the news. I had no idea something like this could happen. I only hope the truth comes out soon." She maintained that she did not know anything beyond what had been reported publicly and trusted the authorities to conduct a fair investigation.
Following her remarks, the actress reportedly faced a barrage of messages and online attention. Soon after, users noticed that her Instagram account had been deactivated, sparking speculation that she had stepped away from social media to avoid the ongoing scrutiny. Neither Madirakshi nor her team has officially commented on the reason behind deleting the account.
Rohit Chandel was arrested after a complaint was filed against him alleging assault on a minor. The case has generated widespread attention, with authorities continuing their investigation into the matter. The actor has not been convicted, and the allegations remain under investigation.
The controversy has also drawn reactions from members of the television industry, many of whom have expressed concern while urging the public to allow the legal process to take its course. Several actors have refrained from making definitive statements, citing the sensitivity of the case.
Madirakshi and Rohit shared screen space in Sairaab, and her comments gained attention because of their professional association. However, she made it clear that she could only speak about her personal experience of working with him and had no knowledge of the allegations before they surfaced.
As the case continues to unfold, both the investigation and the public conversation around it remain active. Meanwhile, Madirakshi's disappearance from Instagram has added another layer of curiosity, though there has been no official confirmation linking the account's deactivation to the ongoing controversy.
The police investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as authorities continue examining the evidence. Until then, the allegations against Rohit Chandel remain subject to the judicial process, while Madirakshi has chosen to stay away from social media amid the heightened attention surrounding the case.
