Film director Ashok Babu quizzed by Cyberabad EOW in ₹3.5 crore cheating case
Telugu film director G. Ashok Babu was questioned by the Cyberabad Economic Offences Wing regarding a ₹3.5 crore cheating case. The complainant alleges the director failed to launch his son as a lead actor despite receiving payments.
Why it matters
The case highlights financial disputes and potential fraud within the regional film industry, drawing attention to accountability in talent management.
Telugu film director G. Ashok Babu was questioned by the Cyberabad Economic Offences Wing (EOW) on Friday in connection with a ₹3.5 crore cheating case registered against him.
The case was booked following a complaint by one Hanumantha Rao, who alleged that the director collected ₹3.5 crore from his family after promising to launch his son as a lead actor in the Telugu film industry.
According to the complaint, the money was paid in multiple instalments after Ashok Babu allegedly assured the couple that he would introduce their son as a hero. However, the promised film was never made, and despite repeated requests, the amount was not returned, prompting the family to approach the police.
Based on the complaint, the Cyberabad EOW registered a cheating case last month and subsequently issued a notice summoning the director for questioning.
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