In a recent development, popular Kannada actress Ranya Rao has confessed to transferring funds using hawala, according to the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) during a court hearing. The case centers around accusations of gold smuggling, after Ranya was caught with 14.2 kg of gold at the Bengaluru airport. The Karnataka state government has assigned Gaurav Gupta to probe the potential role of her stepfather, Ramachandra Rao, in the illicit activities. This revelation has sparked widespread interest and concern within the entertainment industry and among the public. Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding story.