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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
ED grills Manchu Lakshmi in betting app case
1 2 Hyderabad: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) grilled Tollywood actor Manchu Lakshmi for three hours on Wednesday in connection with the illegal betting app case. Sources said Manchu Lakshmi received small amounts of money from the betting app. Manchu Lakshmi reportedly snapped at some mediapersons after they crowded around her, trying to take pictures as she alighted from her car and tried to make her way inside the ED office in Basheerbagh. The ED summons are part of an ongoing investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act into ad campaigns promoting betting apps. So far, the agency has summoned 29 individuals, including actors, YouTubers and social media influencers. Actors Vijay Devarakonda, Daggubati Rana and Prakash Raj have already appeared. Other actors Nidhi Agarwal and others are yet to be summoned. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad | Gold Rates Today in Hyderabad | Silver Rates Today in Hyderabad Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Hans India
Suresh Raina appears before ED in illegal betting case
Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina on Wednesday reached the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in New Delhi after being summoned for questioning in connection with the ongoing probe into the 1xBet case. According to the agency, Raina's name is linked in this case due to some of his advertisements and endorsements. The ED team asked Raina for full details of his relationship with the 1xBet app, endorsement deals and any financial transactions. The inquiry was conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). According to the sources, investigations revealed that when payment was made by the app user, the receiver's name and details were changing daily; however, later the money was routed to the same 1xBet account. Also, the money was being routed abroad from the account of this betting app. It is not clear from the ED whether a direct criminal case has been registered against Raina or whether he is being questioned for information purposes. More details and confirmations from the ED were awaited. The summons is part of a broader clampdown on illegal betting applications and platforms, many of which have been endorsed by celebrities. Earlier in May, cases were registered against 25 well-known actors, including Rana Daggubati and Prakash Raj, linked to the betting cases. Both actors, however, denied any unlawful conduct, asserting that they no longer promote such platforms and, during the period they did, the campaigns were limited to areas where online skill-based games were legally permitted. On August 11, actor Rana Daggubati appeared before the ED in Hyderabad regarding the investigation into the alleged illegal promotion of online betting portals. The ED is also examining the financial transactions and digital footprints of several other celebrities named in the FIR, including actors Manchu Lakshmi, Nidhi Agarwal, Ananya Nagalla, and television presenter Srimukhi. Manchu Lakshmi on Wednesday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case relating to the promotion of illegal betting apps. Lakshmi, who is also a producer, reached ED's regional office in Basheerbagh, Hyderabad, around 10.30 a.m. The ED officials are likely to question her about endorsement for betting apps, the contracts she signed and the remuneration she received. The Central agency may record statements and gather details with regard to financial transactions. Manchu Lakshmi is the fourth actor to appear before the ED in this case.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Betting app case: Actor Manchu Lakshmi appears before ED in Hyderabad
Telugu actor Manchu Lakshmi appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) at its Basheerbagh office in Hyderabad on Wednesday (August 13, 2025) for questioning in connection with the alleged promotion of unauthorised online betting platforms. The summons issued to her is part of an ongoing investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) into promotional campaigns that, according to officials, portrayed unregulated gambling apps as entertainment or charity-linked initiatives. The ED sources said that her statement will be cross-verified with evidence already on record and testimonies from others questioned in the case. So far, the agency has summoned 29 individuals, including actors, YouTubers and social media influencers, to determine whether the endorsements were isolated or part of a coordinated attempt to skirt regulatory restrictions. Ms. Lakshmi is the fourth Tollywood celebrity to be questioned this week. Actor Vijay Deverakonda appeared before the ED on August 6 and Rana Daggubati on August 12. Actor Prakash Raj was the first to appear before the agency on July 30.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Manchu Lakshmi appears before ED in betting apps probe: Fourth celebrity summoned in ongoing investigation
Picture Credit: X A ctor and producer Manchu Lakshmi Prasanna on Wednesday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a probe into the promotion of illegal betting apps. According to a report by IANS, the actress arrived at the ED's regional office in Basheerbagh, Hyderabad, around 10:30 a.m., where officials are understood to have questioned her about the endorsements she did, contracts she signed, and the remuneration she received. According to the report, the Central agency is recording her statement and gathering details of financial transactions linked to the alleged promotions. Manchu Lakshmi is the fourth actor to appear before the ED in the case, following Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda , and Rana Daggubati, who were each questioned for several hours in recent weeks. Rana Daggubati was examined for nearly four hours on Monday, while Vijay Deverakonda was questioned on August 6, and Prakash Raj appeared before the agency on July 30. All four are among 29 celebrities comprising actors, influencers, and YouTubers, booked by the ED on July 10 for allegedly endorsing illegal betting platforms. Actors defend endorsements During their earlier appearances, Rana Daggubati and Vijay Deverakonda maintained that they had only endorsed legally permitted, skill-based gaming platforms. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo Prakash Raj, meanwhile, told ED officials that he had not accepted any payment for an endorsement he did in 2016. About Manchu Lakshmi upcoming project On the work front, Manchu Lakshmi is expected to be gearing up for her upcoming project, 'Agni Nakshatram'. The first glimpse of the film was unveiled back in 2023 by Rana Daggubati, who is a close friend of the actress. In this film, Lakshmi Manchu takes on the role of a fierce and badass cop. It also features her father, the legendary Mohan Babu, alongside actors like Samuthrakani, Viswant Chitra, and Siddique. Though no release date of the film has been announced by the makers, it is speculated to hit the big screens in 2026.
Time of India
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Allu Arjun's daughter Allu Arha adorably asking Lakshmi Manchu, 'Are you Telugu?' is too cute to miss
Allu Arjun 's wife, Sneha Reddy, loves to share glimpses of her family moments on her social media. Recently, she posted a video of their daughter, Allu Arha, and it will definitely melt your hearts. The video also featured actress Manchu Lakshmi, who can be seen interacting with the little one. Allu Sneha Reddy shares a video of daughter Allu Arha with Manchu Lakshmi Allu Sneha Reddy took to her Instagram stories to share a video of her daughter Allu Arha having a conversation with actress Manchu Lakshmi, who visited their house. The latter had a good time with the little kid. In the video, one can hear Arha asking Lakshmi, "Are you Telugu?" The actress looked lost after her question and then replied, "I'm Telugu, right?" Within no time, the kid questioned her back, "Your accent is different," and this made everyone laugh. It goes without saying that the video went viral soon. Watch the clip here: The clip definitely showcased that even actors like to visit and chill at their friend's house. Allu Arjun and Manchu Lakshmi's projects On the work front, Allu Arjun is collaborating with 'Jawan' director Atlee for a massive project. It is being termed as AA22xA6. As per the reports, it will be a sci-fi flick and is being made on a budget of Rs 500 crore. Not just that, if the reports are to be believed, the film will have six female leads and one popular Bollywood star. The audience might see Allu Arjun in dual roles. As per the India Today report, the preproduction work might start between August and October this year. Meanwhile, on the other hand, Manchu Lakshmi also has several projects lined up. She was last seen in the Karan Johar-hosted show, 'Traitors.' As per News18, she will next feature in 'Adiparvam.'
