Tamil and Malayalam film actress Anju Krishna was arrested by Chennai police on February 6, 2026, in connection with drug possession. The 29-year-old actress has been taken into custody along with eight others by authorities over the possession of methamphetamine (meth) and ganja (cannabis) in the raid at a place where all of them were present.
Police said the arrest came after intelligence pointed out the actress and others’ involvement in the illegal trafficking, smuggling and consumption of narcotic substances, which is more than just personal use but an operation in the city.
Who is Anju Krishna
Anju Krishna is a rising actress who has worked in both the Malayalam and Tamil cinema and television industries. Before this arrest she had worked on several regional projects that led to her recognition for her performance in various supporting roles.
She has worked in Kallana Mangai and in other television serials, earning praise from the South Indian entertainment audience. Most of her work so far has been in regional projects rather than mainstream cinema.
Details of Police Arrest
According to Chennai police officials, the raid was conducted at a location where all of them were present making it easy to catch the one involved. Police seized methamphetamine and cannabis from the site after a brief raid, and in total nine people including the actress were taken into custody for questioning about whether there are others involved.
As of writing this article, police have arrested the nine under sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The investigation is ongoing and is expected to bring further details as the case develops.
Industry and Fans’ Reaction
The involvement of the actress brought a major spotlight to the case involving others from the industry. Colleagues and fans took to social media to express concern and await more information to come, knowing the importance and sensitivity of the case. Several commentators slam the actress for her irresponsibility despite knowing the ongoing issues of drug misuse and trafficking in urban circles, adding more on high-profile shoulders than others.
Next Steps in the Case
Anju Krishna and eight others were arrested and are being held for investigation and are expected to disclose the dealer or others involved in the case under the NDPS Act.
Legal experts note that NDPS cases in India often involve high penalties if proven guilty, but as per Indian laws, each individual has the right to speak for themselves in the trial and get representation.
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