Prominent Tollywood actor Jagapathi Babu appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the high-profile Sahiti Infra scam case, sending shockwaves through the film industry. The actor was questioned for nearly four hours as part of the ongoing investigation into allegations of large-scale financial fraud. His unexpected appearance at the ED office without prior notice has drawn significant attention.
According to sources, investigators focused on Jagapathi Babu’s past involvement in advertisements for Sahiti Infra, seeking details of the remuneration he received and the modes of payment. Officials are believed to have scrutinised the financial transactions related to his association with the company.
Sahiti Infra is accused of defrauding around 700 customers of over ₹800 crore under the pretext of pre-launch offers. The ED probe revealed that the funds were diverted to shell companies for illegal activities. As part of the investigation, assets worth ₹161 crore, allegedly purchased using the proceeds of the scam, have already been attached.
Jagapathi Babu, who has maintained a clean image throughout his career, being questioned by the ED has become a major talking point in Tollywood. It remains to be seen whether he was summoned solely as a witness due to his involvement in the company’s advertisements or if the probe will uncover further dimensions to his role.
