Reality TV Star Jay Dudhhane Arrested in ₹4.61-Crore Property Fraud Case

A Detention at the Airport

Jay Dudhhane, a well-known figure in Marathi and Hindi reality television, was arrested at Mumbai’s international airport over the weekend in connection with an alleged real estate fraud, police officials confirmed on Sunday. The arrest occurred as Dudhhane was at the airport on Saturday, marking a significant turn for a public figure whose career has largely been in entertainment.

Senior police inspector Pravin Mane confirmed that Dudhhane, who is also known as a fitness trainer and model, was detained following the registration of a criminal case. The action followed weeks of investigation after a complaint raised questions about a commercial property deal in Thane, on the outskirts of Mumbai.

The Complaint Behind the Case

The case originated from a First Information Report (FIR) filed by a retired engineer, who alleged that Dudhhane and four members of his family induced him to invest in five commercial shops in Thane. According to the complaint, the investor was persuaded to pay ₹4.61 crore for the properties, which were presented as free of encumbrances.

Investigators say the properties were, in fact, already mortgaged to a bank at the time of the transaction. The complainant has alleged that he was unaware of this arrangement when the deal was struck, and that the true status of the properties was concealed from him during negotiations.

Allegations of Forgery and Fabrication

According to police records cited in the complaint, Dudhhane allegedly submitted forged documents to reassure the buyer, including what investigators describe as a fabricated bank clearance certificate. A counterfeit demand draft, amounting to ₹4.95 crore, was also cited as part of the alleged deception.

The matter came to light only after the bank issued a formal notice indicating its intent to seize the mortgaged properties, alerting the buyer that the assets were under lien. It was at this stage, police said, that the complainant approached authorities, prompting a formal criminal investigation.

Fame, Family, and an Ongoing Investigation

Police have registered a case against Dudhhane and his relatives under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, citing offences related to cheating and forgery. Investigators said further inquiry is underway to determine the roles of the accused family members and to verify the authenticity of the documents involved.

The ongoing investigation has brought the spotlight on the intersection of fame and legal troubles, raising questions about the responsibilities of public figures in financial transactions. As the case unfolds, it serves as a cautionary tale for investors and the public at large.