Actor Arrested in Hyderabad
Actor and former WWE wrestler Saurav Gurjar arrested in Hyderabad over harassment allegations.
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The complainant told police that her initial Instagram contact with Gurjar later continued through WhatsApp, and that they first met in person on December 25, 2021.
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The complaint was reportedly filed with Gachibowli police on August 15, before the subsequent investigation and airport detention.
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According to the woman’s complaint, Gurjar told her during the relationship that he was already married, while allegedly continuing to promise her wife-like rights and a future together.
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Gurjar signed with WWE in January 2018, initially wrestled in NXT and later became known for the Indus Sher faction with Veer Mahaan and Jinder Mahal; he was released by WWE in 2024.
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Gurjar’s acting credits also include playing Ravan and Bali in *Sankatmochan Mahabali Hanuman* and appearing in the 2022 film *Brahmastra*, in addition to his role as Bhim in *Mahabharat*.
Actor and wrestler Saurav Gurjar, known for playing Bhima in *Mahabharat* and performing in WWE, was arrested in Hyderabad on allegations that he promised marriage to a 29-year-old woman, then harassed and exploited her. Moneycontrol reported that Gurjar was intercepted at Mumbai airport after arriving from the Middle East and brought to Hyderabad, where he was remanded to 14 days in judicial custody.
The woman alleged they met on Instagram in 2021 and that Gurjar persuaded her to quit her U.S. job to start a business together, only to later block her and disappear. The Statesman reported that she accused him of offering her wife-like status while concealing that he was already married.
Woman's Allegations of Broken Marriage Promises
The complainant told police she first contacted Gurjar through Instagram in 2021 and met him in person on December 25 that year. Daily Excelsior reported that their relationship continued through WhatsApp, and she claimed Gurjar promised her marriage and wife-like rights. She said he later revealed he was already married but continued promising her a future together before blocking her.
According to Kalinga TV, the woman accused Gurjar of persuading her to leave her U.S. job and invest in a business venture with him. She alleged he subjected her to physical and mental harassment when she insisted on marriage, then disappeared without explanation.
Police Investigation and Airport Arrest
Gachibowli police filed the complaint on August 15 and issued a Look Out Circular to intercept Gurjar. News18 reported that officers stopped him at Mumbai airport when he arrived from the Middle East and transported him to Hyderabad. He was then produced before a magistrate and ordered into 14 days of judicial custody while police investigate.
Police booked Gurjar under provisions concerning sexual intercourse through deceitful means and related offenses. The allegations have not been established in court, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Gurjar's Wrestling and Acting Career
Saurav Gurjar signed with WWE in January 2018 and initially wrestled in NXT before joining the Indus Sher faction alongside Veer Mahaan and Jinder Mahal. Moneycontrol noted that WWE released him in 2024 after several years with the organization.
Beyond wrestling, Gurjar built a television and film career. He played Bhima in *Mahabharat* and also appeared as Ravan and Bali in *Sankat Mochan Mahabali Hanuman*. He was featured in the 2022 film *Brahmastra*, expanding his presence in Indian entertainment.
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