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Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Legal storm hits Mahesh Babu over real estate endorsement
Superstar Mahesh Babu has found himself embroiled in legal trouble after the Ranga Reddy District Consumer Commission issued notices to him regarding an alleged misleading endorsement linked to a real estate scam. The controversy erupted following a complaint filed by a Hyderabad-based doctor, who claimed she was deceived into investing ₹34.8 lakh in a non-existent plot advertised by Sai Surya Developers, a firm the actor had publicly endorsed. The complainant alleged that Mahesh Babu's celebrity association with the project gave it an air of legitimacy, leading her to invest in what later turned out to be a fraudulent venture. The doctor has now sought legal redress, holding the actor partially accountable under consumer protection laws for lending credibility to the firm's misleading claims. This isn't the first time Mahesh Babu's name has been linked to Sai Surya Developers. Back in April 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) summoned the actor in connection with a money laundering probe involving the developer and the Surana Group. According to ED findings, Mahesh was paid approximately ₹5.9 crore, a portion of which was allegedly disbursed in cash, for endorsing their real estate projects. While Mahesh Babu has not been named an accused at this point, his involvement as a brand ambassador is drawing increased scrutiny from investigative and legal bodies alike. Despite the legal turbulence, the actor remains professionally active and is currently filming his much-awaited project, SSMB 29, directed by SS Rajamouli. The film features an ensemble cast including Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, and is expected to be a pan-India spectacle. As the investigation intensifies, more updates are anticipated in the coming weeks, potentially shaping the legal course for celebrity endorsements in real estate ventures.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Actor Mahesh Babu Gets Legal Notice In Rs 34 Lakh Real Estate Fraud Case
Tollywood actor Mahesh Babu has reportedly received legal notices from the Ranga Reddy District Consumer Commission in Telangana regarding his endorsement of Sai Surya Developers, a real estate firm facing allegations of fraud. A Hyderabad-based doctor filed a complaint, claiming she was defrauded of Rs 34.8 lakh after purchasing plots that allegedly did not exist. Mahesh Babu has been named as the third respondent in the case, with the complaint asserting that his public endorsement significantly influenced potential buyers. This is not the first time Mahesh Babu's name has been linked to the company. In April 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) questioned the actor in connection with a money laundering probe involving Sai Surya Developers and the Surana Group. The company's owner, Kancharla Satish Chandra Gupta, is under police investigation for defaulting on a major real estate project called "Green Meadows." While the Enfrocement Directorate's earlier investigation indicated that Mahesh Babu was not being treated as an accused and may have endorsed the project in good faith, the current consumer commission notice brings renewed scrutiny to his role as a brand ambassador. The actor and his team are yet to respond to the latest reports of a fresh notice issued.
India.com
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Bad news for Mahesh Babu as the actor faces legal notice for..., accused by...
Bad news for Mahesh Babu as the actor faces legal notice for..., accused by... Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu has landed himself in a legal trouble due to his association with an endorsement he did in the past. He reportedly received legal notices from Telangana's Ranga Reddy District Consumer Commission for promoting the real estate firm, and influencing buyers with the misleading advertisement. Who filed complaint against Mahesh Babu? According to a report published by Deccan Chronicle, a Hyderabad-doctor filed a complaint against Mahesh Babu and the firm Sai Surya Developers. The complained alleged that she was cheated after paying Rs 34.8 lakh for purchasing plots that didn't even exist. Mahesh has been named as the third respondent in the case, accused of misleading the buyers by promoting the 'defrauded' firm. Mahesh Babu was also questioned by ED in April? In April this year, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) grilled the actor in a money laundering case involving Surya Developers and Surana Group. As per a PTI report, the company's owner Kancharla Satish Chandra Gupta, was accused for defaulting a major real estate project named Green Meadows. Mahesh Babu, who served as the brand ambassador of the project, was reportedly paid Rs 5.9 crore for it. Source revealed that the actor was not investigated and not treated as an accused involved in the scam. They stated that he might have endorsed the project without having any information about the alleged fraud. On the work front, Mahesh Babu was last seen in Trivikram Srinivas' 2023 film Guntur Kaaram . He is currently busy shooting for ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli's high-octane adventure drama SSMB 29, which also stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Mahesh Babu in legal trouble: 'SSMB29' actor faces notice over endorsement of real estate firm
Tollywood superstar has found himself in legal trouble due to his association with a real estate company he endorsed in the past. The popular actor, known for his consistent streak of endorsements, has reportedly received legal notices from the Ranga Reddy District Consumer Commission in . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to a report published by Deccan Chronicle, a Hyderabad-based doctor filed a complaint against the actor and the real estate firm Sai Surya Developers. The complainant claimed she was defrauded of Rs 34.8 lakh after purchasing plots that, as per her allegation, did not exist. Mahesh Babu has been named as the third respondent in the case, accused of promoting the realty firm and influencing potential buyers through misleading advertising. The complaint states that the 'Guntur Kaaram' actor's public endorsement of Sai Surya Developers played a key role in building trust among prospective customers. The actor, however, has not issued any official statement in response to the notice yet, and neither has his team commented on the ongoing issue. Earlier in April 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) had questioned the actor in connection with a money laundering probe involving Sai Surya Developers and the Surana Group. As per a PTI report, the company's owner, Kancharla Satish Chandra Gupta, was under police investigation for defaulting on a major real estate project named Green Meadows. The report suggested that the investigation had clarified at the time that the actor was not being treated as an accused and may not have been aware of any fraudulent activities linked to the company. They further indicated that Mahesh likely endorsed the project in good faith, without knowledge of the alleged scam. On the work front, Mahesh Babu is working on his upcoming film, 'SSMB29', helmed by the ace director SS Rajamouli. The movie also includes international star Priyanka Chopra and Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran.
