Hidden Camera Scare at Bengaluru’s Sandhya Theatre, Youth Taken Into Custody

A hidden camera discovered inside the women's toilet at Sandhya Theatre in Bengaluru has led to the detention of a youth, with police launching an investigation into allegations of secret filming and possible circulation of recordings.

The incident came to light during a screening of the re-released Telugu film Nuvvu Naaku Nachav. Women who entered the washroom reportedly noticed a suspicious device concealed inside the toilet area and immediately alerted fellow moviegoers and theatre staff.

Crowd detains suspect, hands him over to police

Following the alert, people inside the cinema and from the surrounding locality identified and caught a youth suspected of installing the hidden camera. According to police sources, the accused was assaulted by members of the crowd before being handed over to police personnel.

The case falls under the jurisdiction of the Madiwala police station, and officers confirmed that the youth is currently in custody.

Police probe filming intent, possible data sharing

Investigators are questioning the accused to determine why the camera was placed in the women's toilet and whether any images or video footage were recorded. Police are also examining whether such content, if captured, was shared or stored digitally.

Officials said forensic checks of the device would be crucial in establishing the extent of the alleged offence and identifying any violations under relevant sections of the law.

Social media reaction, investigation ongoing

The incident sparked concern on social media after posts surfaced referring to the discovery at the Bengaluru theatre. One widely circulated post described a high-alert situation at Sandhya Theatre and claimed a person had been caught recording near the women's washroom.

Police officials cautioned against speculation and said a detailed investigation is underway. Further legal action, they added, will depend on what the inquiry reveals about the camera, its usage, and any material recovered from it.

Authorities have reiterated that privacy violations will be dealt with strictly and urged the public to report any similar incidents immediately.