New Delhi, Dec. 14 -- Days after the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court acquitted Malayalam actor Dileep in the 2017 actress assault case, the survivor expressed gratitude for the conviction of six accused. She criticised false narratives about her relationship with one of the accused and highlighted her ordeal during the entire process.

In a statement posted on Instagram, the actress said, "After 8 years, 9 months, and 23 days, I finally saw a small ray of light at the end of a very long and painful journey. Six of the accused have been convicted, and for that, I am GRATEFUL!!"

This statement is the survivor's first public remarks after the trial court verdict, which sentenced six people involved in the sexual assault case to 20 years,...