The revelation of the "Kanchipuram Devanathan Gurukkal video" had immediate and lasting consequences for the community:
: The scandal came to light after the priest took his phone to a local mechanic for repairs. The mechanic discovered the explicit clips and began circulating them, leading to the creation and sale of CDs in local markets and the eventual spread of the videos online. Legal Proceedings and Arrest Kanchipuram devanathan gurukkal video
Following the circulation of the clips, the registered a formal case against the priest. Kanchipuram devanathan gurukkal video
Devanathan surrenders to the Judicial Magistrate in Kanchipuram. Priest sent to police custody for further investigation. Kanchipuram devanathan gurukkal video