While seeking bail in his fan Renukaswamy's murder case, jailed actor Darshan Thoogudeepa said the victim was a "menace to orderly society". The actor said Renukaswamy didn't respect women and sent nude photos to them, and also described him as "lawless". Notably, Darshan allegedly kidnapped and killed Renukaswamy after he sent purported lewd messages to his partner Pavithra Gowda.