Who is Divya Suresh? Former Bigg Boss Kannada contestant and TV actress back in the spotlight after alleged harassment incident

Kannada television actress and former Bigg Boss Kannada Season 8 contestant Divya Suresh has once again found herself in the headlines after alleging that she was harassed by an unidentified man on a Bengaluru street late at night.

The actress shared details of the alleged incident on social media, saying she and her cousin were left shaken after being approached by a stranger while walking to their parked car, reigniting concerns over women's safety in the city. The incident comes months after Divya was in the news in connection with an alleged hit-and-run case in Bengaluru.

Who is Divya Suresh?

Divya Suresh is a popular face in the Kannada television industry. She rose to prominence with the lead role in the Kannada daily soap Tripura Sundari, which established her as a household name.

She is currently seen in the Kannada serial Sharade, where she plays a negative character, showcasing a different facet of her acting skills. Apart from fiction shows, Divya gained statewide recognition after participating in Bigg Boss Kannada Season 8, hosted by Kichcha Sudeep. Her candid personality and emotional journey on the reality show helped her build a strong fan following. In addition to television, she has also appeared in Kannada films and continues to remain active in the entertainment industry.

Previous hit-and-run case

In October 2025, Divya made headlines after Bengaluru police identified her as the alleged driver in a hit-and-run case in the city's Byatarayanapura area. The incident reportedly involved a car colliding with a motorcycle carrying three people, leaving one woman with serious injuries, including a fractured kneecap. Following the incident, Divya acknowledged that she had been driving the vehicle and said she had left the spot because she was rushing to catch a flight.

She stated that she was cooperating with the investigation and added that "nobody is above the law."

Alleged harassment in Bengaluru

Now, the actress is back in the spotlight after alleging that she was harassed by an unidentified man while walking with her cousin late at night in Bengaluru. Through a series of Instagram posts and videos, Divya described the experience as traumatic and questioned whether women can truly feel safe on the city's streets after dark. Her posts have received widespread support on social media, with many users calling for increased police patrolling, stronger surveillance, and better safety measures for women. The alleged incident has once again sparked a debate on women's safety in Bengaluru while bringing renewed attention to the actress, whose career has spanned successful television serials, reality television, and recent controversies.