The Supreme Court granted temporary protection from arrest to Malayalam actor Siddique in a rape case and instructed him to cooperate with the investigation. Justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma ordered the Kerala government and the victim to respond within two weeks. This came after Siddique challenged a Kerala High Court decision denying him anticipatory bail. The court stated that Siddique should be released on bail if arrested, provided he complies with conditions set by the trial court and cooperates with the investigation. Advocate Vrinda Grover, representing the victim, explained the delay in filing the complaint, citing the Justice Hema Committee report on women's exploitation in the Malayalam film industry. Siddique's lawyer, Mukul Rohatgi, said the complaint was filed in 2024, eight years after the alleged incident. Grover questioned Siddique's actions and detailed events leading up to the complaint. The court asked why the complaint took eight years to be filed, prompting a discussion on women speaking out against abuse in the industry.Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, representing the Kerala government, argued against the approval of anticipatory bail. Recent reports suggest that Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing financial difficulties amidst ongoing court proceedings. On September 24, the High Court denied Siddique's plea for anticipatory bail in a rape case, stating that given the gravity of the allegations, his custodial questioning is necessary for a thorough investigation. Discover the best Malayalam movies of 2024, including top-rated and latest releases.