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Danny Denzongpa spends Rs 40 crore to bar Vijay Mallya from Sikkim
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 12:16 AM
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Actor Danny Denzongpa reportedly paid Rs 40 crore to prevent businessman Vijay Mallya from entering Sikkim.
Veteran Bollywood actor Danny Denzongpa, best known for his villainous roles, is said to have spent an estimated Rs 40 crore to keep former liquor magnate Vijay Mallya out of the Indian state of Sikkim, according to a report in The Indian Express.
The alleged payment was made as part of a private arrangement aimed at preventing Mallya, who is currently facing legal proceedings over unpaid loans, from visiting or conducting any business activities in Sikkim.
Neither Denzongpa nor Mallya has commented publicly on the matter, and law‑enforcement agencies have not confirmed any official investigation into the transaction.
The story adds a new dimension to the ongoing saga surrounding Mallya’s financial controversies, highlighting how his presence continues to attract attention from various quarters, including the film fraternity.
Further details are awaited as the matter develops.
The alleged payment was made as part of a private arrangement aimed at preventing Mallya, who is currently facing legal proceedings over unpaid loans, from visiting or conducting any business activities in Sikkim.
Neither Denzongpa nor Mallya has commented publicly on the matter, and law‑enforcement agencies have not confirmed any official investigation into the transaction.
The story adds a new dimension to the ongoing saga surrounding Mallya’s financial controversies, highlighting how his presence continues to attract attention from various quarters, including the film fraternity.
Further details are awaited as the matter develops.