Mahesh Babu Faces Legal Notice in Real Estate Scam Case
Tollywood star Mahesh Babu has been served a legal notice in connection with a real estate scam. The Ranga Reddy District Consumer Commission in Telangana has issued the notice after a Hyderabad-based doctor filed a complaint alleging fraud.
Mahesh BabuReal Estate ScamTollywoodSai Surya DevelopersEnforcement DirectorateReal Estate MumbaiJul 07, 2025
According to reports, a Hyderabad-based doctor filed a complaint stating that she was defrauded after paying Rs. 34.8 lakh for plots that did not exist. In her complaint, Mahesh Babu is accused of promoting the firm Sai Surya Developers and misleading buyers. The actor and his team have yet to address the issue.
In April this year, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) had first issued a summons to Mahesh Babu for questioning in a money laundering case linked to an alleged real estate fraud perpetrated by some local groups. The case pertains to Sai Surya Developers, a prominent real estate firm based in Vengal Rao Nagar, the Surana Group, and others. The ED conducted searches in the case on April 16 at premises located in Secunderabad, Jubilee Hills, and Bowenpally.
The agency was looking to understand transactions worth Rs. 5.9 crore, which the actor received from the companies as endorsement fees via cheques and cash, officials said. The ED case stems from a Telangana Police complaint against Sathish Chandra Gupta, proprietor of Sai Surya Developers, Narendra Surana, director of Bhagyanagar Properties Ltd., and others for defrauding and cheating gullible investors of their hard-earned money in the name of advances for the sale of plots involving huge amounts.
The accused allegedly orchestrated fraudulent schemes involving unauthorized land layouts, selling the same plots to different customers, accepting payments without proper agreements, and making false assurances of plot registrations, the agency said in a statement issued after the searches. It stated that the actions of the accused caused financial losses to numerous investors.
The agency also mentioned that incriminating documents related to deposits made by investors and about unaccounted cash transactions worth around Rs. 100 crore were recovered during the raids. Unaccounted cash of Rs. 74.50 lakh was seized from the premises of Narendra Surana and the Surana Group of companies, it said in the statement.
Mahesh Babu, a prominent figure in the Tollywood film industry, is known for his versatile acting and has been involved in numerous high-profile projects. This legal notice is a significant development in his career and could have broader implications for his public image and future endorsements.
The Ranga Reddy District Consumer Commission is expected to hear the case and determine the validity of the allegations against Mahesh Babu. The actor's response to these allegations will be closely watched by his fans and the media.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main allegation against Mahesh Babu?
Mahesh Babu is accused of promoting the real estate firm Sai Surya Developers, which allegedly defrauded customers by selling non-existent plots.
Which agency issued the summons to Mahesh Babu?
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) issued the summons to Mahesh Babu for questioning in a money laundering case linked to the real estate fraud.
What amount of money is involved in the fraud?
The total amount of transactions under scrutiny is Rs. 5.9 crore, which the actor received as endorsement fees.
What actions did the accused allegedly take to defraud investors?
The accused allegedly sold unauthorized land layouts, sold the same plots to different customers, accepted payments without proper agreements, and made false assurances of plot registrations.
What is the next step in the legal process for Mahesh Babu?
The Ranga Reddy District Consumer Commission will hear the case and determine the validity of the allegations against Mahesh Babu.
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