Hyderabad, March 21, 2025: Telangana police have filed an FIR against 25 celebrities, including Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati, and Prakash Raj, for allegedly promoting illegal betting apps. The complaint was lodged at Miyapur Police Station by businessman Phanindra Sarma, accusing them of endorsing betting platforms.
The actors defended themselves, stating their promotions were limited to legal, skill-based gaming platforms. Rana Daggubati’s team clarified that his contract ended in 2017, while Prakash Raj also cut ties with a gaming app the same year. Vijay Deverakonda’s representatives emphasized that his endorsements complied with legal boundaries.
