Kannada film actress Ranya Rao has been arrested by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) at Bengaluru International Airport for allegedly smuggling 14.8 kg of gold worth ₹12 crore. The authorities had been monitoring her frequent international trips, which raised suspicion.

Luxury Travel Unveils a Shocking Crime

Ranya had traveled to Dubai four times within 15 days, which caught the attention of the authorities. On March 3, she landed in Bengaluru on an Emirates flight from Dubai when officials intercepted her. According to DRI sources, she was found wearing most of the smuggled gold, while some was concealed in her clothing.

Claims of Being an IPS Officer’s Daughter

In a surprising twist, Ranya allegedly claimed to be the daughter of IPS officer Ramachandra Rao, the DGP of the Housing Corporation of Karnataka Police. Reports suggest that she used her claimed connections to get police escorts to her residence. Authorities are now investigating whether she had inside help from law enforcement or other agencies in this smuggling operation.

Actress Sent to 14-Day Custody

Following her arrest, Ranya was taken to the DRI headquarters in Bengaluru for interrogation. Officials are now trying to determine whether she was acting alone or was part of a larger gold smuggling network operating between Dubai and India. She has been remanded in custody for 14 days as the investigation continues.

Worked with Superstar Sudeep

Ranya Rao, known for her work in the Kannada film industry, has acted alongside superstar Sudeep in the 2014 movie ‘Manikya’. Her arrest has sent shockwaves through the industry, raising concerns about potential criminal connections within the film world.

Authorities have assured that they will thoroughly investigate her associates and connections to ensure that everyone involved in the smuggling network is brought to justice.