A major controversy has erupted around Bigg Boss Telugu 3 fame Ashu Reddy after she was named in a Rs 9.35 crore cheating complaint linked to aleeged promises of marriage. While a police case has been registered, the actor has firmly rejected all accusations, calling them false and misleading.
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FIR Filed in Rs 9.35 Crore Cheating Allegation Case
According to the FIR accessed by Telugu Scribe, the complaint was filed by Yenumula Satyanarayana Murthy, father of a UK-based software engineer of Hyderabad origin, YV Dharmendra. He has alleged that Ashu Reddy, also known as Venkata Aswini Reddy Koyya, cheated his son of Rs 9.35 crore on the pretext of marriage.
The complaint also names her family members, including her father Venkata Krishna Koyya, mother Koyya Yashoda Reddy, and sister Venkata Divya Reddy Koyya.
It is alleged that Dharmendra met Ashu in 2018 through mutual friends and that within two months she expressed love and promised marriage. The complaint further claims that despite Dharmendra’s ongoing divorce, she repeatedly assured him of marriage and allegedly received cars, gold and property in her name.
Ashu Reddy Breaks Silence On Instagram
As the controversy spread, Ashu Reddy responded strongly on Instagram Stories, rejecting the allegations outright. She wrote, “Without my consent, any news or false information that is passing through, will be taken a severe legal action. Respect.”
She also shared images from a temple visit, posting, “Being strong and kind always!! Maa's blessing at Kolhapur #ashureddy #mahalaxmiamma #temple #kolhapur #strongandstable,” while disabling comments on the post.
Allegations Of Financial Transactions And Mediation Claims
As per the complaint, the relationship allegedly turned sour in 2020 when Ashu reportedly refused to arrange a formal family meeting. Dharmendra then sought reimbursement of expenses incurred.
It is further claimed that actor Hema mediated between both sides, after which Ashu allegedly agreed to return Rs 70 lakh. However, it is also alleged that she later tore up the blank cheques provided as assurance.
The complaint goes on to state that between 2020 and 2025, Dharmendra was allegedly convinced again by Ashu’s family members to continue trusting the marriage promise, during which time money, property, gold and vehicles were allegedly transferred.
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Fresh Allegations And Police Case Registered
The complaint further alleges that Ashu threatened to file false cases against Dharmendra in December 2025. It also claims she was later found to be in a relationship with another individual.
A case has been registered as Crime 78 of 2026, with the FIR reportedly filed on 20 April. Bank transfer records linked to Dharmendra are also said to have been submitted as part of the complaint.