NCB Update: Deepika Padukone’s Manager Seeks Exemption Till Sept 25, Madhu Mantena Summoned

NCB probing the drug angle in SSR case had summoned Deepika Padukone’s manager, Karishma Prakash after alleged drug chats had surfaced. 

However, Karishma, who is a KWAN Talent Management Agency employee, has sought exemption from NCB investigation till September 25.

The manager has cited ill-health as the reason for skipping the summons. Meanwhile, Deepika is currently in Goa for the shoot of her upcoming film helmed by Shakun Batra. The actress may also be questioned if required.

Karishma Prakash, actor Deepika Padukone's manager, has sought exemption from Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) investigation till 25th September on the grounds of ill health: Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) pic.twitter.com/c0EHpOPNuV

— ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2020

Yesterday, the agency had also summoned and grilled Dhruv Chitgopekar, CEO of talent management agency KWAN along with Jaya Saha.

Meanwhile, today, NCB will be questioning Film Producer Madhu Mantena of Udta Punjab fame. He had reportedly been named by Jaya Saha during her interrogation.

#SushantSinghRajput death case: Film Producer Madhu Mantena arrives at Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) office in Mumbai.

He has been summoned by NCB to join the investigation in the case. pic.twitter.com/bvwIX3cTPS

— ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2020