Thief nabbed after stealing cash, jewels from filmmaker Joshiy's home
Muhammad Irshad, a resident of Bihar, was recently apprehended in Udupi, Karnataka. He is charged with burglarizing the residence of acclaimed Malayalam film director Joshiy in Kochi. The stolen items, including cash and jewelry, are reportedly estimated to be worth over ₹1cr. Irshad was apprehended while attempting to flee the scene. Kerala Police played a key role in the arrest by providing crucial details about the suspect's getaway vehicle to their Karnataka counterparts.
Details of the burglary at Joshiy's residence
The burglary occurred at Joshiy's home in Panampilly Nagar, Kochi, on Saturday night. According to PTI, the CCTV footage revealed that the thief gained entry through the kitchen around 01:30am while Joshiy and his family were inside. The stolen valuables included diamond rings, earrings, gold chains, and other items securely stored in a second-floor cupboard. Police found that the suspect had fled in a car registered in Maharashtra.
Stolen valuables recovered; possible accomplices investigated
Following Irshad's arrest, police retrieved gold and diamond jewelry from his vehicle. There are indications that local accomplices may have aided him in executing the burglary. A police team is currently en route to Udupi to initiate legal proceedings against Irshad. The investigation into potential accomplices is ongoing as authorities work to unravel the full extent of this high-profile crime.
Meanwhile, work-wise, Joshiy's last directorial film was 'Antony'
Meanwhile, work-wise, after a brief hiatus, veteran Malayalam filmmaker Joshiy, known for his contributions since the 1980s, has reemerged onto the cinema scene. His comeback commenced in 2019 with the acclaimed box office success Porinju Mariam Jose, featuring Joju George, Nyla Usha, and Chemban Vinod Jose. The film's success prompted a Telugu adaptation titled Naa Saami Ranga. Joshiy further solidified his directorial prowess in 2023 with the action-packed drama Antony.
