The Madras high court has refused to quash the rape case against film director and Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) founder Seeman, saying that even if the rape survivor chose to withdraw her complaint, it could neither be allowed nor quashed. Noting that the offence was serious and grave in nature, Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan directed the police to complete the investigation and file a final report within three months.