Rapper Vedan Absconding: Thrikkakara Police Intensify Search In Sexual Assault & Financial Fraud Case
Kochi, Kerala: Popular Malayalam rapper and songwriter Hirandas Murali, better known by his stage name Vedan, is absconding as the Thrikkakara police step up their efforts to trace and arrest him in connection with an alleged sexual assault and financial fraud case, as per Reporter Live.
The case stems from a complaint filed by a young doctor who accused Vedan of sexually assaulting her multiple times under the pretext of marriage.
She also alleged financial losses caused by the musician, presenting evidence to the police. According to her statement, the sexual assaults occurred on at least five occasions over the past few years, with one incident reportedly taking place in Thrikkakara.
Vedan has given an anticipatory bail to the court when the young daughter has accused for the case.
According to Reporter Live, the no court order has been issued preventing Vedan’s arrest. As a result, Thrikkakara police have expanded their search beyond Kerala, coordinating with police units in other states to locate the artist.
District Police Chief (Kochi City) confirmed that the investigation is in its preliminary stages. “Accusations of financial transactions are also under probe.
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The complainant stated that she decided to come forward after learning of another woman’s similar experience with Vedan. The case was officially registered on July 30, 2025, after her statement was recorded by the police.
This is not the first time Vedan has faced serious allegations. During the height of the #MeToo movement, he was previously accused of sexual misconduct.
During an exclusive interview with Madhyama Syndicate, several women came forward with fresh allegations against rapper Vedan, accusing him of predatory behaviour and sexual misconduct.
One woman alleged that Vedan deliberately sought out women, established relationships by promising marriage, and then deceived and exploited them.
Another woman claimed that he engaged in non-consensual acts and made derogatory remarks about women. These accounts add to the growing list of accusations already under police investigation.
Earlier this year, on April 28, 2025, Vedan was arrested by the Hill Palace Police along with eight others after six grams of ganja were allegedly recovered from his apartment in Tripunithura, Kochi.
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Police also seized around ₹9.5 lakh in cash, reportedly payment for a music show, and several mobile phones. He admitted to consuming cannabis during interrogation.
Shortly after being released on bail in that case, Vedan was arrested again by the Forest Department for possessing a leopard-tooth pendant, which he claimed was a gift from a fan. He later secured bail in that case as well.
In April, he also drew political controversy after a BJP councillor from Palakkad municipality accused his music of defaming Prime Minister Narendra Modi and promoting caste divisions.
Thrikkakara police have now launched an extensive manhunt for the rapper, visiting multiple locations linked to him and coordinating with law enforcement in other states.
