India, Dec. 8 -- Malayalam actor Dileep was acquitted in the 2017 sexual assault case of a Mollywood actress on Monday. Shortly after his acquittal, the actor spoke to the press and alleged that there was a 'conspiracy' to make him an accused in the case, claiming he was the 'real victim'. He blamed his ex-wife, actor Manju Warrier, some police officials and a section of the media for the alleged conspiracy against him. Read his first statement. (Also Read: Malayalam actor Dileep acquitted in 2017 actress assault case)

Dileep spoke to the reporters outside the courthouse and claimed that his name was brought up in the case only to destroy his image. "It was done to destroy my career, image, and life in society," he said.

He then critici...