Over a week after Ranya Rao’s gold smuggling racket was busted, unanswered questions remain. The Kannada actor, also the stepdaughter of a senior police officer, has sought bail, claiming wrongful arrest. India Today accessed exclusive details on how she was caught with 14 kg of gold. A wedding photo featuring top Congress leaders has fueled political tensions, with BJP and Congress trading charges. Meanwhile, Ranya’s architect husband is also under the CBI’s radar for frequent Dubai trips. The controversy deepens as investigations continue.