Archive · 23 Jul 2025
ED Summons Rana Daggubati in Illegal Betting Probe
Imagine some apps let people bet money, which is sometimes against the rules.
The government is now looking into actors who might have promoted these apps.
One actor, Rana Daggubati, was asked to answer some questions but couldn't because he was filming.
The government is investigating how these apps work and if the actors helped move money in a way that's not allowed.
Other actors are also part of this investigation, and they'll be answering questions too.
Some actors have said they only promoted games that are legal in India.
Actor Rana Daggubati has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for questioning.
The ED is investigating illegal betting app promotions under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
Daggubati requested a new date for the summons due to a film shoot in Tamil Nadu.
Other actors, including Prakash Raj and Vijay Deverakonda, are also under investigation.
The ED is looking into endorsements of betting platforms like Junglee Rummy and A23.
- Who
- Actor Rana Daggubati and other celebrities, as well as the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
- What
- Investigation into illegal betting app promotions.
- When
- Summons issued on July 23, with further dates set for other actors.
- Where
- Investigation taking place in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- To investigate potential violations of the Public Gambling Act and money laundering.
Celebrities
ED
Legality of Endorsements
Celebrities
Some actors have stated they endorsed skill-based games legal in India.
ED
The ED is investigating whether the endorsements promoted illegal betting.
- Agency
- Enforcement Directorate (ED)
- Investigation Type
- Illegal betting app promotions
- Legal Framework
- Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)
- Actor Summoned
- Rana Daggubati
- Other Actors
- Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda, Manchu Lakshmi
- Affected States
- Telangana and Andhra Pradesh