Reality Star Jay Dudhane Arrested at Mumbai Airport in ₹4.61 Crore Real Estate Scam

Jay Dudhane, a well-known reality TV star who won Splitsvilla 13 and was the first runner-up in Bigg Boss Marathi 3, was arrested at the Mumbai Airport on Sunday, January 4. According to a report by news agency PTI, the arrest was made in connection with an alleged real estate scam. Senior Police Inspector Pravin Mane confirmed the news.

The police informed that the arrest of Jay comes after an FIR was lodged by a retired engineer. The engineer alleged that Dudhane and four of his family members defrauded him of ₹4.61 crore. The scam involved the purchase of five commercial shops in Thane, which were already mortgaged to a bank.

The FIR stated that Jay Dudhane had presented forged documents, including a fake bank clearance letter and a counterfeit demand draft for ₹4.95 crore, to the victim. The fraud was exposed when the bank issued a seizure notice on the property. Subsequently, the police booked Dudhane and four other family members under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for cheating and forgery.

This is a developing story, and further investigation is currently underway. The actor has not yet commented on his arrest and has not given an official statement regarding the matter.

Jay Dudhane is a model, fitness trainer, and actor. He rose to fame after winning Splitsvilla 13 and has since been a popular figure in the entertainment industry. He also participated in Bigg Boss Marathi 3, where he emerged as the first runner-up. Recently, he got married to Harshala Patil on December 24, 2025.

The arrest of Jay Dudhane is a significant development in the entertainment world and highlights the serious nature of real estate fraud in India. The case is expected to draw considerable attention from both the media and the public, as the investigation continues to unfold.