Shilpa Shetty's husband Raj Kundra to make acting debut with biopic on jail time in porn case

Husband of renowned actor to set foot in Bollywood

In a surprising turn of events, Raj Kundra, the husband of Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty and a prominent businessman, is reportedly gearing up to make his acting debut in an upcoming film. According to Pinkvilla, the movie will delve into Kundra's 63-day-long incarceration in 2021, which was linked to the infamous pornography case. While there has been no official confirmation from Kundra about the project, the entertainment portal claims that he will be actively involved in all aspects of the film, from production to script.

The film is said to offer a detailed account of Kundra's experiences during his tenure at the notorious Arthur Road Jail, known for its overcrowded conditions. A source cited by the portal revealed that while the director's identity remains confidential at this stage, Kundra will take on the challenge of portraying his own real-life journey on the silver screen.

“The film will present an account of all that Raj Kundra experienced through his tenure in one of most over-crowded Jail – Arthur Road Jail,” claimed the source. Furthermore, the source added, "The director’s name has been kept under wraps for now, but Raj Kundra will be creatively involved in all aspects – from production to script."

For those unfamiliar with the case, Kundra was arrested in July 2021 on allegations related to the creation and dissemination of pornographic content via mobile applications. Following nearly two months in custody, he was granted bail. However, the controversy did not end there.

In 2022, Kundra penned a letter to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), vehemently asserting his innocence and claiming that he was a victim of a "personal vendetta" orchestrated by a fellow businessman in collusion with corrupt police officers who facilitated his arrest. In his plea to the central agency, he called for a thorough investigation into the matter, maintaining that the Mumbai Crime Branch's senior officers had framed him.

In his heartfelt letter quoted by Mid-Day, Kundra expressed the immense toll the media trial had taken on him during the year of silence he endured. “I have lived in silence for one year; ripped apart by a media trial and spent 63 days in Arthur Road Jail. I seek justice from the courts, which I know I will get, and I humbly request an investigation against these officers," read the letter.

Eventually, in December 2022, the Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to Kundra, as well as to stars Poonam Pandey and Sherlyn Chopra, in connection to the pornography case. This decision came after the Bombay High Court had previously rejected Kundra's plea for pre-arrest protection.

It is important to note that until an official announcement is made by Kundra or the film's production team, these details should be taken as speculation. Nonetheless, if the project comes to fruition, it promises to be a significant and controversial addition to the world of Indian cinema.

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