Raj Kundra, who was arrested by the Mumbai Crime Branch in July in an alleged pornography case, was released on bail after 2 months. Since then, the businessman and husband of Shilpa Shetty has rarely made public appearances. Now, months after the episode, Raj broke his silence and issued a statement to an entertainment portal. Calling the entire matter a 'witch hunt', he said he has never been involved in the production and distribution of pornography in his life.
In his statement, Raj said, "After much contemplation, considering there are many misleading and irresponsible statements/ articles floating around and my silence has been misconstrued for weakness. I would like to start by stating that I have never been involved in the production and distribution of “pornography” ever in my life. This whole episode has been nothing but a witch hunt. The matter is subjudice so I cannot elucidate, but I am ready to face trial and have full faith in the judiciary, where the truth will prevail. However, unfortunately, I have already been pronounced “guilty” by the media and my family and I have been subjected to a lot of pain (continuously), violating my human and constitutional rights at different levels. The trolling, negativity and toxic public perception has been very debilitating."
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He further added, "To set the record straight I do not hide my face in shame, but wish that my privacy is not intruded anymore with this continued media trial. My priority has always been my family, nothing else matters at this juncture. I believe it’s every person’s inalienable right to live with dignity and I request the same. Thank you for taking out time to read this statement, and respecting my privacy henceforth."
After his release, Raj made his first public appearance with Shilpa in Himachal Pradesh. He visited multiple temples with his wife.
(Source: Pinkvilla)
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