Dragon Actress Kayadu Lohar Under ED Scanner for Allegedly Charging Lakhs to Attend ‘Night Parties’ Linked to TASMAC Scam
Actress Kayadu Lohar, who rose to fame with her role in the Tamil hit film Dragon (2025) alongside Pradeep Ranganathan, is now facing scrutiny amid a growing investigation into the TASMAC scam in Tamil Nadu.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is reportedly probing Kayadu’s alleged financial ties with individuals accused in the large-scale liquor scam. This investigation focuses on money laundering related to the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC), the state-run liquor retailer, and alleged corruption surrounding wine shop license allocations.
According to sources, Kayadu Lohar was paid substantial amounts—reportedly several lakhs—to attend exclusive “night parties” organized by the accused. These events are being investigated as potential fronts for money laundering and illicit dealings. While her name has surfaced during interrogations of key suspects, the actress has not been officially summoned or charged by authorities yet. Officials have confirmed that her financial transactions are under close scrutiny.
Despite the swirling allegations, Kayadu Lohar and her team have not made any public statements addressing the claims.
About Kayadu Lohar
Hailing from Tezpur, Assam, Kayadu began her journey in the entertainment industry through beauty pageants before making her acting debut in 2021 with the Kannada film Mugilpete. Since then, she has expanded her career into multiple regional cinemas, including Malayalam, Marathi, and Telugu films.
Her breakout role came with the Tamil film Dragon, where she portrayed Pallavi Parasuram, the fiancée of the protagonist D Ragavan, played by Pradeep Ranganathan. The film enjoyed commercial success and is now available for streaming on Netflix. Kayadu is also signed on for the upcoming Tamil film STR 49, starring Silambarasan TR, further marking her growing presence in the South Indian film industry.
What’s Next?
As the ED investigation continues to unravel more details about the TASMAC scam, the involvement of celebrities like Kayadu Lohar has stirred widespread discussion across social media and film circles. Fans await a clear response from the actress while the industry watches closely to see how this controversy might impact her career.