Viral Video: Why is Ankita Bhandari Murder Convict Pulkit Arya Smiles and Waves at Media? Is He Celebrating Life Sentence?

The district court of Uttarakhand gives the verdict on Ankita Bhandari’s murder case on Friday, 30 May. Three of the accused are found guilty of the murder of the 19-year-old receptionist.

However, the convict, Pulkit Arya, shows no shame for his acts after the verdict. A viral video shows him smiling and waving, leading all to wonder in disgust.   

Shocking Courtroom Moment: Accused Waves and Smiles

After the verdict of life imprisonment in the Ankita Bhandari murder case, we see no guilt on the face of the guilty. The main accused, Pulkit Arya, chose to smile and wave his hand at the media reporters as he was going back from the Uttarakhand district court.

अंकिता भंडारी मर्डर केस के आरोपी ने मीडिया के सामने हँसते हुए हिलाया हाथ

◆ आज ही आरोपियों को उम्रकैद की सजा हुई है

◆ पुलकित आर्य, सौरभ भास्कर और अंकित गुप्ता दोषी करार #AnkitaBhandari | Ankita Bhandari | Murder Case | Uttarakhand pic.twitter.com/5Bta8y92Os

— News24 (@news24tvchannel) May 30, 2025

News24 posted the viral video on their official X handle. His smile makes everyone wonder if he is celebrating life imprisonment. Or is he simply mocking the system, thinking that he will easily get free after further appealing to higher courts?   

Ankita Bhandari Murder Case: Life Imprisonment for All Three Accused

The session court today verdicts for life imprisonment for the three accused, Pulkit Arya, Saurabh Bhaskar and Ankit Gupta. The court announced them guilty under Section 302 for murder, 354 for assault on a woman, and 120B for criminal conspiracy after examining 47 witnesses in the trial. 

Public Reaction to This Video

The shocking video of Pulkit Arya after committing such a heinous crime is sparking outrage among people. One user says with utter helplessness, “Pta hai High Court mein bach jaayeinge.” While another says, “This clearly shows Jain doesnt work for these hardened criminals, Time to change something.” 

What Lies Ahead?

The main accused is the son of an ex-BJP leader, Vinod Arya, which makes him quite influential. Such individuals often attempt to undermine judicial verdicts with their influence and wealth. 

People are hoping that Ankita Bhandari will get justice from the higher courts as well. People are also happy with the significant verdict after a two-year-long trial.

What is your opinion on this case? Please share with us in the comments.