Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 12/11/1989 |
| Age | 36 years |
| Birthplace | Mundapally, Adoor, Kerala, India |
Latest News about Rahul Mamkootathil
Rahul Mamkootathil was arrested and remanded to 14 days judicial custody by the Crime Branch on 11 January 2026 following a third rape complaint filed against him. The case involves severe accusations including sexual assault, forced abortion, and financial coercion, intensifying the criminal proceedings already pending over earlier allegations.
Rahul Mamkootathil was expelled from the Indian National Congress party's primary membership on 4 December 2025 after a court rejected his plea for anticipatory bail in a sexual harassment case. The expulsion followed multiple allegations from actress Rini Ann George and writer Honey Bhaskaran, supported by leaked audio clips and chat screenshots.
Rahul Mamkootathil resigned from his position as Kerala Youth Congress president on 21 August 2025 after actress Rini Ann George accused him of sending obscene messages and inviting her to a hotel. The controversy escalated when writer Honey Bhaskaran also named him directly, leading to his suspension and eventual expulsion from the party.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Rahul B. R. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Nair |
| Address | Attuvilakath veedu, Mundapally, Adoor |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | S Rajendra Kurup (Retired Army Personnel) |
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| Mother | Beena R. Kurup |
| Siblings | 1 Brother |
| Paternal Great-Uncle | Thennala Balakrishna Pillai (Senior Congress Leader) |
Career
| Political Party | Indian National Congress (Suspended from primary membership) |
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| Current Position | Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Palakkad constituency (Suspended from party) |
| Assumed Office | 02/12/2024 |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/mamkootathil/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/rahulbrmamkootathil/ | |
| https://x.com/rmamkoottathil |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Rahul comes from a politically active family; his great-uncle was a senior Congress leader. | |
| 2. He began his political career while pursuing his undergraduate studies at Catholicate College. | |
| 3. Rahul gained recognition through his participation in TV debates and social media engagement. | |
| 4. In 2025, he faced multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, which led to his resignation from the Kerala Youth Congress. | |
| 5. Despite facing serious allegations, he managed to maintain his position as an independent MLA. | |
| 6. On 11 January 2026, he was arrested due to a third rape complaint that included severe accusations. | |
| 7. His 2024 Palakkad by-election victory was achieved with strong backing from secular and minority communities. | |
| 8. Despite facing serious allegations, he maintained his position as an MLA. | |
| 9. He is currently working on his PhD at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. |