Actor Prakash Raj. File
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Actor Prakash Raj appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday (July 30, 2025) in connection with its ongoing investigation into the alleged promotion of unauthorised online betting platforms. He arrived at the ED office in Basheerbagh of Hyderabad with his lawyer.
Prakash Raj is among several celebrities summoned by the agency under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Actor Rana Daggubati, who was directed to appear on July 23, has sought permission to depose on a later date.
Vijay Deverakonda and Manchu Lakshmi have been asked to appear on 6 and 13 August respectively.
The probe relates to alleged paid promotions for betting platforms. The ED suspects that such endorsements were disguised as entertainment or charitable content, while actually promoting unregulated gambling apps.
The investigation stems from multiple FIRs across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and has so far named 29 individuals, including actors, YouTubers, and influencers. While several of them have denied any wrongdoing, the agency continues to examine whether these were isolated campaigns or part of a wider, coordinated push.
Published – July 30, 2025 11:29 am IST
