Several Sandalwood stars actively participated in the election process on April 26. Prakash Raj emphasized voting against hate and division, while Darshan, seen supporting a Congress candidate, cast his vote in Bengaluru. Upendra stressed the importance of voting for the country and urged everyone, especially youngsters, to participate.
The High Court of Karnataka has granted an interim stay on the second FIR (First Information Report) against Kannada actor-director B M Upendrakumar at Ulsoor Gate police station. The court had previously granted a stay on the first FIR against Upendra at Chennammanakere Achchukattu police station.