Prithviraj Sukumaran
Enforcement Directorate Raids Film Stars' Homes in Major Luxury Car Smuggling Investigation
Oct 08, 2025 02:10 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate has conducted raids at Malayalam superstar Dulquer Salmaan's residence and 16 other locations across Kerala and Tamil Nadu as part of an investigation into an international luxury car smuggling operation. Authorities have seized approximately 40 high-end vehicles linked to prominent film stars since September, with evidence suggesting illegal imports from Bhutan and Nepal using forged documents and unauthorized foreign exchange transactions.
Actor Dulquer Salmaan Petitions Kerala High Court for Release of Seized Luxury Vehicle in Customs Smuggling Investigation
Sep 27, 2025 01:18 am CST
Actor Dulquer Salmaan has approached the Kerala High Court seeking the release of his 2004 Land Rover Defender seized during customs raids targeting smuggled luxury vehicles from Bhutan. Salmaan claims legitimate purchase and proper documentation, while authorities have seized 36 high-end cars in "Operation Numkhor" that allegedly revealed connections to gold smuggling, drug trafficking, and potential terrorist funding.
Kerala Celebs Under Lens As Probe Agency Takes Up Bhutan Car Smuggling Case
Sep 25, 2025 01:50 am CST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) will probe the high-profile Bhutan car smuggling racket after a nudge from the Kerala High Court.