Sanjay Dutt Convicted : Following Gandhi’s Footsteps to Prison
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Sanjay Dutt back in Prison |
Sanjay Dutt has been found guilty of possessing an AK-56 rifle and a 9mm pistol under India’s Arms Act. Whole morning I have been keeping a tab via on-line news regarding Dutt Jr. court appearance today. To tell you the truth with the success of his recent films, regular television interviews and numerous rounds of holy places – I actually believed that he would be let-off by the Indian courts.
Just like me, I am sure there are many others who would have surely been shocked on hearing this court verdict. Though he was acquitted of more serious conspiracy charges, Sanjay could still face upto maximum 5 years in prison for the charges he has been found guilty off.
Obviously the judge’s ruling did not go down with the accused and his family.
Dutt was in court to hear Tuesday’s verdict and looked agitated as the judge delivered his verdict.
Dressed in a grey and red-checked shirt and jeans with a vermillion mark on his forehead, the actor told the judge: “I am the only earning member of the family.”
He was ordered to stop speaking and to remain in court. All accused pronounced guilty are immediately taken into police custody.
Judge PD Kode said the actor was guilty of illegally possessing weapons that had been given to him by some of the men accused of carrying out the bomb attacks, but he added: “I’ve not found him to be a terrorist or destructor.”
His sentencing will be pronounced at a later date. And the thing is, even if Dutt’s team of lawyers decide to file an appeal against the decision it would take atleast a month or so for the actor to acquire bail – which means no matter what, his new home will be a prison cell for atleast some time.
Another important aspect of this verdict is its impact on Bollywood Industry. Despite the convicted actor’s aging appearance there are still many producers and film banners who have invested huge amounts funds on their forthcoming projects with him. The shocking judgment will not only result in crores of losses in the Hindi Film Industry but has also dis-heartened numerous die-hard fans of the super-star.
For some the court’s ruling would be seen in a positive light afterall it proves that no-matter where you come from, everyone is the same in the eyes of the law. But to me somehow it seems that Sanjay may have been a victim of his own star-status. I mean considering the fact that he has already spent nearly 2 years in prison over the same offence; the judge’s decision appears to be harsh and not justified.
But as always, the Law & Order system in our country works in mysterious ways. The ones who need to be kept away from the society walk around as free men and the ones who have paid for their mistakes are continued to be punished.
However for now Sanjay Dutt’s life and career both have once again been put on hold and unfortunately this time round he doesn’t even have the shoulder of his father to lean on.
Greetings from Pakistan
My tributes to Sanjay Dutt! He will bounce back. I am upset on this verdict. He is my childhood hero. We love you Sanjay…..
Sanjay Dutt should have been acquitted today because he has already spent 2 years earlier in the jail and secondly he has repented for his act.
Latest BBC reports state that Sanjay could receive between 5 and 10 years in prison. I too, thought that he would receive a reduced sentence or none at all given his profession.
I am shocked by this post and the comments. What Sanjay Dutt has done has been proved in court and he has been sentenced for that. I am sure that judge will consider the time already spent in jail during final sentencing. Why should Sanjay’s profession, fanfare and bollywood investment be considered while sentencing him? He is on trial for 13 years now, so while investing on him film producers were aware of the risk involved. This should be lesson to all celebrities who think that they are above the law.
I too feel that He has paid a considerable price for his stupidity. Maybe he shud have recieved something like a particular no of community service, like they do in the US.
Blessing in disguise.
It’s a relief to see that there are no terrorism charges against our Munna bhai.
He has proved himself to be a versatile actor who is capable not of only action but comedy as well.
The man with a steele body has a tender heart.
I hope things turn out right for him, and that he continues to entertain us like he always has!!!
PS. Not that I don’t like Shahrukh Khan, but Sanjay dutt should have been in Don…
But I fail to understand the current scenarion?
On one hand:
but he added: “I’ve not found him to be a terrorist or destructor.”
On the other:
Defence lawyer Satish Maneshinde told the BBC his client faced a possible sentence of between five and 10 years.
Tahla – yeah faces 5-10 years offsetted by the 18 months of jail time he spent earlier for arm pocession. AK-47 etc.
Sanjay Dutt rocks!!! Baba samjho ho hee gaya.. Vineet, yaar man it happens to the best of us. Sometimes in life we do stupid mistakes and make weird decisions in pressure. Dutt has done that due to unnecessary pressure of outside world.
Lets forgive him. Mr. Judge man please yaar, chalta hai, hota hai yaar. maan ja o MAMOO..
strange that since sanjay dutt has been convicted, SONY TV’s SET MAX has been showing all the sanjay dutt movies!!!! look at their commitment!!!!
looks like this guy has deeep ‘contacts’ right from Dubai to Delhi…
isn’t this suspicious that sanjay (politician+actor+alleged contact with gundas) is acquitted by TADA court while the ppl who acted as ‘aids’ during HIS “weapon plans” are convicted by the same court???? Is there something in the background hapening with his politics friends and other “human rights” activists in bollywood?
strange that since sanjay dutt has been convicted, SONY TV’s SET MAX has been showing all the sanjay dutt movies!!!! look at their commitment!!!!
looks like this guy has deeep ‘contacts’ right from Dubai to Delhi…
isn’t this suspicious that sanjay (politician+actor+alleged contact with gundas) is acquitted by TADA court while the ppl who acted as ‘aids’ during HIS “weapon plans” are convicted by the same court???? Is there something in the background hapening with his politics friends and other “human rights” activists in bollywood?