Sushant Singh Rajput case: Rakul Preet Singh was shocked with reports naming her in connection to drugs probe

Rakul Preet Singh moved the Delhi High Court against media trial, after her name surfaced in the drugs-related probe, in connection to Sushant Singh Rajput’s death case. Her plea stated that she was a non-smoker, a teetotaller, into fitness, yoga and meditation and is also known for her healthy lifestyle. According to ANI her plea read, "In recognition of her popularity, clean image and public service, the Telangana government appointed her in 2017 as the brand ambassador for the "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" programme.She is also associated with various brands, including Samsung mobiles.”

Rakul’s name was being reported along with Sara Ali Khan and designer Simore Khambatta, however in her plea Rakul mentioned that she does not take drugs at all, and to her best recollection, has only met Sara Ali Khan twice and has not met Simone Khambatta at all. “She was shocked to watch news relating to her, along with actress Sara Ali Khan and designer Simone Khambatta, being named as individuals who take drugs by actress Rhea Chakraborty in the ongoing investigation by the Narcotics Control Bureau in Mumbai,” the plea stated

The plea also stated that the Press Council of India has also specifically required the media not to sensationalise or invade privacy rights. A single-judge bench of Justice Navin Chawla issued notice to the Central government, Prasar Bharati, Press Council of India and News Broadcasters Association following Rakul’s plea and the matter has been listed for further hearing on October 15. The High Court also expressed hope that TV channels would show restraint and abide by the guidelines while reporting about the actress in connection to the matter.