The Telangana police have taken strict action against celebrities promoting betting apps. Recently, cases were filed against 11 celebrities, including TV anchors, YouTubers, and social media influencers.
Popular names like Vishnupriya, Anchor Syamala, Tasty Teja, and Imran Khan (Pareshaan Boys) are among those booked. They face charges under Sections 318(4) BNS, 3, 3(A), 4 TSGA, and 66D ITA Act-2008.
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In recent weeks, several Telugu TV celebrities released videos discouraging betting apps, acknowledging their past mistakes in promoting such platforms.
Personalities like Surekha Vani, her daughter Supritha, Ritu Chaudhary, and Getup Srinu were part of this awareness campaign. They apologized for their past involvement, claiming they unknowingly promoted these apps.
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The campaign was initiated by Telangana RTC MD Sajjanar, encouraging these celebrities to spread awareness. However, their sudden shift from promoting betting apps to apologizing has drawn heavy backlash.
Many netizens question who will compensate those who suffered financial losses due to these endorsements.
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Anchor Syamala is getting particularly highlighted. Her involvement in politics and controversial remarks have kept her in the spotlight.
A recent video of her promoting a betting app is going viral now on social media. There are reports that even speculate about her potential arrest.
She has been under fire for her past controversial statements, but this betting app controversy seems to have brought fresh legal trouble.
