South Indian film star Prakash Raj will file his nomination from Bengaluru Central as an independent candidate today.
He had recently announced his Lok Sabha debut on Twitter. In the run up to Karnataka assembly election, the actor had extensively campaigned against the BJP, while not identifying himself with any political party.
Bengaluru Central is currently represented in the Lok Sabha by PC Mohan of the BJP.
Election officials have filed a case against actor for allegedly violating the model code of conduct.
The complaint said the actor had used a mike and campaigned to canvas for votes at a public meeting near on March 12 in Bengaluru.