Imagine a whirlwind romance, the kind that promises forever, only to shatter into a complex legal drama. This is the unfolding story of Ashu Reddy, a familiar face from “Bigg Boss Telugu 3” and the Tollywood film scene, who now finds herself at the center of a storm. A UK-based software engineer’s father has lodged a formal complaint against her, alleging a colossal sum of ₹9.35 crore in a heartbreaking tale of alleged cheating. The Central Crime Station (CCS) has taken serious note, registering a case and filing an FIR, bringing this personal saga into the harsh light of public scrutiny. Ashu, however, stands firm, vehemently denying these accusations, setting the stage for a dramatic and emotionally charged legal battle.
The core of this intricate complaint paints a picture of a love story gone awry, leaving behind a trail of financial devastation. According to the FIR, Yenumula Satyanarayana Murthy, the father of UK-based software engineer YV Dharmendra, has accused Ashu Reddy (also known as Venkata Aswini Reddy Koyya) of a calculated deception. He claims that Ashu, along with her family – her father Venkata Krishna Koyya, sister Venkata Divya Reddy Koyya, and mother Koyya Yashoda Reddy – meticulously ensnared his son, exploiting his affections under the false promise of marriage. The emotional and financial toll, he asserts, amounts to a staggering ₹9.35 crore, a sum that represents years of trust and investment now seemingly evaporated. Satyanarayana Murthy is not just seeking justice; he’s seeking accountability for what he believes was a systematic scheme of manipulation.
The narrative laid out in the complaint unfolds like a suspenseful drama, detailing the alleged timeline of this relationship and its eventual unraveling. It begins in 2018, when Dharmendra and Ashu reportedly met through mutual friends. Within a mere two months, the complaint claims, Ashu declared her love for Dharmendra and promised to marry him. This was despite Dharmendra’s ongoing divorce proceedings, a detail that Ashu allegedly brushed aside with repeated assurances. Blinded by love and these seemingly genuine promises, Dharmendra reportedly poured his resources into the relationship, purchasing cars, gold, and even property in her name. The dream, however, began to crack in 2020. When Dharmendra, eager to formalize their relationship, asked Ashu to arrange a meeting between their families, she allegedly broke off the engagement without offering a “proper reason.” This sudden shift left Dharmendra reeling, prompting him to demand reimbursement for the significant financial investments he had made.
The plot thickens with the alleged involvement of other individuals and further attempts to salvage the situation, or so it seemed. The complaint states that actor Hema stepped in as a mediator, attempting to resolve the financial dispute. During this mediation, Ashu reportedly agreed to return ₹70 lakh to Dharmendra. As a gesture of assurance, she allegedly provided blank cheques, but the complaint shockingly claims that she later tore them up, effectively nullifying the agreement. The story takes an even more insidious turn later in 2020, when Dharmendra’s father, Satyanarayana, accuses Ashu’s sister, Divya, and mother, Yashoda, of once again assuring Dharmendra that Ashu would marry him. This, Satyanarayana alleges, was part of a broader “extortion” scheme, a “honey trap” designed to continuously extract money, properties, gold, and vehicles from his son between 2020 and 2025. The claim of a “honey trap” signifies a deeply personal betrayal, where trust and affection were allegedly weaponized for financial gain.
The complaint culminates in a series of alarming allegations that escalate the severity of the situation. It claims that in December 2025, Ashu went as far as to threaten to file “false cases” against Dharmendra, adding another layer of intimidation to the already complex scenario. It was at this point, the complaint suggests, that Dharmendra and his family discovered Ashu was allegedly in a relationship with another individual named Nammi Siva Jayant, further cementing their belief that they had been deceived. Based on this comprehensive complaint, a case (Crime 78 of 2026) has been officially registered, with the FIR against Ashu reportedly filed on April 20th. To further solidify their claims, alleged records of Dharmendra’s bank transfers to the actor, dating back to 2018, have since been released, providing tangible evidence to support the financial allegations.
In response to the mounting public attention and the serious nature of these accusations, Ashu Reddy has taken to her Instagram stories, expressing a firm stance against the circulating news. Her message, “Without my consent, any news or false information that is passing through, will be taken a severe legal action. Respect,” clearly indicates her intention to fight these allegations vigorously. Simultaneously, she posted serene pictures of a temple visit, accompanied by a caption that read, “Being strong and kind always!! Maa’s blessing at Kolhapur #ashureddy #mahalaxmiamma #temple #kolhapur #strongandstable,” notably disabling comments on the post. This public display suggests a woman seeking solace and strength amidst the storm while simultaneously asserting her innocence. Ashu, who rose to prominence as a “junior Samantha” due to her striking resemblance to the popular actress, and further solidified her fame through “Bigg Boss Telugu 3” and “Bigg Boss Non-Stop,” now faces the biggest challenge of her career, a legal battle that threatens to overshadow her artistic achievements and redefine her public image.