Jatin Hukkeri, the husband of Kannada actress Ranya Rao, has announced he’s filing for divorce. This comes as Ranya faces heat in a gold smuggling case. At a press conference, Jatin said, “I’ve been in pain since the day we got married.”
Ranya’s been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Authorities allege she smuggled gold from Dubai, where she traveled often with Jatin. He’s now under scrutiny too.
Jatin’s an architect with a degree from RV College of Engineering in Bangalore. He also studied at the Royal College of Art in London. The couple married just four months ago and lived in a high-end apartment in Bangalore.
Ranya’s been in trouble since her frequent trips to Dubai raised eyebrows. She allegedly brought in a kilo of gold each time she traveled. In March, she was arrested at Bangalore Airport. A raid on her home turned up gold jewelry worth Rs 2.06 crore and Rs 2.67 crore in cash.
Ranya’s bail has been denied three times. According to officials, she owes Rs 4.83 crore in customs duty. Jatin’s decision to divorce her adds to her woes.
Ranya’s Background
Ranya’s the stepdaughter of Ramchandra Rao. She’s a Kannada actress who’s been making headlines for her role in the gold smuggling case. Her frequent visits to Dubai sparked an investigation.
Gold Smuggling Case
Ranya allegedly smuggled gold from Dubai on multiple occasions. Authorities recovered a large stash of gold and cash from her home. Her bail pleas have been rejected, and she owes a significant amount in customs duty.
Jatin Hukkeri’s Decision
Jatin’s decision to divorce Ranya comes as a shock. He cited pain and trouble in their marriage, which lasted just four months. The couple’s high-profile marriage has ended in a messy divorce.
