A Kingston man who has dabbled in the world of acting and modelling faces sentence next year for rape.

Ali Haidery, reported to work as a Sales & Operations Manager at Epic Paintball Events (formerly International Paintball Group - IPG) in Tooting was due to stand in the dock before His Honour Recorder Shannon KC at Kingston Crown Court on Wednesday, 30 September.

However, the sentencing date was moved and he is now scheduled for a sentencing hearing before Judge Milliken-Smith at the same court on 28 January, 2027.

Mr Haidery last appeared before Kingston Crown Court on 29 July 2026 when he was charged with rape.

Mr Haidery, a well-known local figure, could often be seen selling tickets on local high streets, colleges and campuses, including Kingston University.