New Delhi, July 26 -- A man claimed that 'poor' beauticians convinced him into spending nearly Rs.5.18 crore (4.3 million yuan) on unlicensed detox and wellness treatments at a hair salon over two years.

According to a South China Morning Post report, the man, Cheng, was coerced into taking treatments like enemas and acupuncture, among other wellness services, which caused him severe health issues.

The ordeal reportedly began in April 2023.

The salon staff had reportedly promised him results such as weight loss and a return to a more youthful appearance.

Cheng claimed that he met a salon manager, Chen, at a local hair salon in 2023, who then invited him to the opening of his new branch.

There, he met Zhou, the manager of this new sal...