Prerna Arora Booked for Duping ‘Fanney Khan’ Co-Producer of ₹1.3cr
The Bollywood industry is no stranger to controversy, and it seems that the latest development in this regard is a case of alleged duping of a film producer by another. According to a recent news report, Mumbai Police has booked producer Prerna Arora for allegedly defrauding Kashish Khan, co-producer of the 2018 film ‘Fanney Khan’, of a whopping ₹1.33 crore.
The case has left many in the industry stunned, with many wondering how someone could allegedly commit such a heinous crime. So, what exactly happened? Let’s dive into the details.
As per the FIR filed by the Versova Police, Prerna Arora allegedly asked Kashish Khan to invest ₹50 lakh in ‘Fanney Khan’, assuring him of a return of ₹10 lakh, a 5% share in the film’s overall profits, and co-producer credit. However, Arora failed to return the money in the stipulated period, thus defrauding Kashish of the said amount.
The FIR states that Arora promised to return the investment along with the assured returns, but despite repeated reminders, she failed to do so. It was only when Kashish approached the police that the Versova Police booked Arora under sections 406 (punishment for criminal breach of trust) and 420 (cheating) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
The development has sent shockwaves through the industry, with many expressing their disbelief and outrage at the alleged actions of Arora. ‘Fanney Khan’ was a musical drama film that starred Anil Kapoor, Sonu Kakar, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Despite having a star-studded cast, the film failed to make a significant impact at the box office.
This is not the first time that Prerna Arora has been involved in a controversy. In 2018, she was involved in a public spat with her former business partner, Sandeep Singh, over the ownership of their production company, KriArj Entertainment.
The case has raised several questions, not least of which is how a producer could allegedly commit such a massive fraud without being detected. It is clear that the Versova Police is taking the matter seriously, and it will be interesting to see how the investigation unfolds.
In the meantime, the Bollywood industry is left reeling from the news, with many calling for a thorough investigation into the matter. The incident highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in the industry, and it is hoped that the authorities will take swift and decisive action to ensure that justice is served.
As the investigation continues, it will be interesting to see how this case plays out. Will Prerna Arora be brought to justice, or will she manage to wriggle out of the situation? Only time will tell.
