Kannada actress Ranya Rao, once Karnataka’s golden girl, now finds herself embroiled in a high-profile smuggling controversy. Currently in custody till March 24, she claims to be emotionally broken and traumatized. In court, she broke down, accusing the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) of verbal abuse, coercion, and mental harassment—allegations that the DRI firmly denies. Adding to the drama, the case has taken a political turn, with reports emerging that the previous Bommai government sanctioned land for one of Ranya’s firms. Meanwhile, the BJP alleges that a senior Karnataka minister is shielding her. With a bail hearing set for Tuesday, all eyes remain on this unfolding scandal, which is quickly turning into a legal and political storm.
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