Rakul Preet Singh has responded to reports surrounding recent Income Tax Department searches in Mumbai, strongly denying that the action had any connection to her.
The actor issued a public statement nearly a week after searches were reportedly conducted at multiple locations linked to individuals and companies associated with the film industry, including her father-in-law and producer Vashu Bhagnani and Panorama Studios.
Rakul described reports linking her to the searches as false and malicious and said she had no involvement in the matter.
Rakul says Income Tax searches were not connected to her
In her statement, Rakul said reports suggesting that she was connected to the Income Tax action were incorrect.
The actor emphasised that she had built her career independently and came from an Armed Forces family, entering the film industry without what she described as a godfather.
She also pointed to her tax record while responding to the reports.
“I’ve paid taxes since I was 20,” Rakul said, stressing that she has worked hard to establish her career.
The statement was issued in response to reports surrounding the Income Tax Department’s alleged examination of financial transactions and possible irregularities.
Actor denies allegations involving foreign remittances
Rakul also addressed reports concerning alleged overseas financial transactions.
She categorically denied being involved in any illegal foreign remittances, either in her personal capacity or on behalf of a production house.
The actor further said that she does not hold benami property for anyone, either in India or abroad.
She also denied ever accepting expensive property as gifts.
These statements represent Rakul’s own response to the reports. Any allegations being examined by authorities should not be treated as established facts unless confirmed through official findings or proceedings.
Rakul asks media outlets to correct reports
Taking exception to what she described as inaccurate and speculative coverage, Rakul called on publications that carried the reports to retract them and issue clarifications.
The actor argued that commercial pressures should not come at the expense of factual reporting or an individual’s reputation and livelihood.
Her statement comes amid reports that the Mumbai Income Tax Department conducted searches at 12 locations on September 28 as part of an investigation into suspected financial irregularities.
According to reports, officials are examining financial documents and records and are looking into allegations that funds may have been routed overseas in connection with film financing.
The reported investigation and Rakul’s denial are separate matters: while authorities may examine financial transactions connected to other individuals or entities, Rakul has publicly stated that she is not connected to the action.
What is the Income Tax Department reportedly investigating?
Reports about the searches have suggested that investigators are examining financial records and documents relating to alleged overseas transactions.
The reported focus includes whether money connected with film projects was transferred abroad under the guise of production financing.
However, such reported allegations remain subject to investigation. A search by a tax authority does not by itself establish wrongdoing, and conclusions would depend on the evidence gathered and any subsequent official action.
Rakul’s statement specifically rejects any suggestion that she was involved in illegal remittances or undisclosed property arrangements.
Rakul’s family has also faced separate scrutiny
The actor’s response comes against a wider backdrop of scrutiny involving members of her family.
Her brother Aman Preet Singh was reportedly named in connection with a drug-related case in 2025.
According to reports, the Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement and West Zone police arrested two businessmen in December 2025 on allegations of drug peddling and seized substances reported to include cocaine and MDMA.
Aman was reportedly suspected of purchasing drugs from the accused on multiple occasions.
Those reports concern a separate matter and should not be conflated with the Income Tax searches addressed in Rakul’s statement.
Vashu Bhagnani reportedly hospitalised in London
Meanwhile, producer Vashu Bhagnani was reportedly hospitalised in London following the Income Tax searches.
The reported searches involving Bhagnani and other film-industry-linked locations have generated considerable media attention, particularly around questions concerning financial transactions.
However, the details of any investigation remain subject to official findings.
Rakul Preet Singh’s upcoming projects
On the professional front, Rakul was last seen in Pati Patni Aur Woh Do.
She is also part of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, one of the most anticipated Hindi film projects currently in production. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana.
Rakul is set to portray Shurpanakha, Ravana’s sister, in the epic adaptation.
For now, the actor’s public response is focused on separating herself from reports surrounding the Income Tax searches and asking media outlets to correct what she says are inaccurate claims about her financial affairs.
Important
Rakul Preet Singh’s statements are her response to media reports. Allegations concerning financial irregularities, overseas transactions or other wrongdoing should be attributed to the reports or authorities and should not be presented as proven unless supported by an official finding, charge or court record.
