Kochi, Jan. 30 -- The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged Sabarimala gold theft case has recorded a formal statement from actor Jayaram at his Chennai residence and is likely to list him as a key witness in the case.

The SIT is investigating two cases related to the alleged theft of gold from the Dwarapalaka (guardian deity) idols and the doorframes of the Sreekovil (sanctum sanctorum) at the temple.

The actor was questioned after videos surfaced showing him participating in a puja organized in Chennai in 2019 by Potti.

Meanwhile, the Kerala High Court has expressed strong displeasure with the SIT for delaying the investigation. Because the police failed to file the charge sheet within 90 days, some of the main accused...