Harshavardhini Ranya
Harshavardhini Ranya, also known as Ranya Rao, is a 33-year-old actress who recently garnered media attention following her allegations of mistreatment and torture while in custody of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Bengaluru. In a detailed letter claiming her innocence, she described being physically assaulted and coerced into signing documents under duress, asserting that she has been falsely implicated in a case involving the DRI. Her claims highlight serious concerns regarding the treatment of individuals in custody and the broader implications of wrongful accusations.
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Rao is the stepfather of Kannada actor Harshavardhini Ranya, who is also known as Ranya Rao.
Karnataka DGP in 'sleaze' storm: IPS officer Ramachandra Rao suspended as viral videos spark outrage; no one above law, says CM | Bengaluru News
India· 2026-01-20
Actor Ranya Rao claims she has been falsely implicated and tortured in DRI custody.
'I was slapped 10-15 times, not given food, signed 40 blank pages': Actor Ranya Rao claims torture in DRI custody | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-03-15