India, March 5 -- Kannada actor Ranya Rao, known for her roles in films like 'Maanikya' and 'Pataki,' was arrested by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on March 3, 2025, in Bengaluru. She is the stepdaughter of Karnataka's Director General of Police (DGP) Dr. K Ramachandra Rao, who is distancing himself from the matter.

DGP Rao told Times of India that he had no connection to his daughter's activities. "She got married four months ago and hasn't visited us since. We are unaware of her or her husband's business dealings. This has come as a huge shock and disappointment. The law will take its course," he said.

DRI officials, who had been tipped off about her suspected involvement in gold smuggling, stationed a team at the airp...