Tollywood actors investigated for ties to betting firms

Hyderabad: Cyberabad police are investigating a case involving Tollywood actors and influencers linked to illegal betting firms. They are now examining the contracts signed between these actors and the betting companies. The goal is to understand their connection to the apps and any legal violations. Police stated that the influencers allegedly promoted illegal online betting apps on their social media accounts. The betting companies used these promotions to attract users. While it’s clear that these actors supported the apps, the investigation is ongoing to determine the specifics of their involvement, including contractual terms and financial transactions. The actors have reportedly participated in promotional videos but did not share those on their social media. Investigators will check the contracts to see if it mentions promoting the apps in areas where betting is legal or if they were shared in Telangana, where it is illegal. This will help clarify whether the actors broke any laws. Cyberabad police plan to gather all relevant evidence and analyze it carefully. A decision will be made on whether the actors will be treated as accused or witnesses in the case. The case involves notable actors like Rana Daggubati, Prakash Raj, and Vijay Devarakonda, among others.