Ananya Nagalla questions Hyderabad Metro in betting app promotions Vaitla K, March 22, 2025March 22, 2025 Telugu actress Ananya Nagalla has sparked debate by questioning the Hyderabad Metro’s involvement in promoting betting apps, even as she faces scrutiny for endorsing similar platforms. Known for her performances in “Mallesham” and “Vakeel Saab”, the actress took to social media to express her confusion and defend herself, reigniting discussions about the growing betting app scandal that has rocked Telangana. Nagalla’s comments come after the Miyapur police registered a case against her and 24 other celebrities and influencers on March 20, 2025, for allegedly promoting illegal online betting platforms. The FIR, filed based on a complaint by businessman P. M. Phanindra Sarma, accuses the group of encouraging gambling through social media advertisements, reportedly leading to financial distress among vulnerable communities. She now finds herself in the company of top Tollywood stars like Rana Daggubati, Vijay Deverakonda, and Prakash Raj, as Telangana authorities intensify their crackdown on the rising influence of betting apps in the state. 📖 Must Read: Ananya Nagalla’s hotness: Is she eyeing glam roles? Ananya Nagalla’s defense Responding to the controversy, Ananya Nagalla questioned the Hyderabad Metro’s role in displaying betting app advertisements, despite the state’s 2017 ban on online betting. “If a public asset like the Metro is promoting betting apps, how are we supposed to know it’s illegal?” she asked in a post on her Instagram. 📖 Must Read: Mahashivratri 2025: Celebrations and celebrity messages Her comments echo concerns raised by netizens who earlier criticized the Metro for running ads of Fairplay and Betway, platforms flagged as illegal by the Central government. While L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad had previously claimed to have addressed such issues back in 2022, recurring instances of betting app ads have reignited public outrage and calls for stricter oversight. Mixed reactions Nagalla’s stance has drawn mixed responses. While some sympathize with her claim that unclear regulations and government-endorsed promotions created confusion, others argue that celebrities must verify the legality of their endorsements rather than blindly following industry trends. “It’s only recently that we realized promoting betting apps is wrong. I apologize if my actions caused harm,” she finally said.