The Punjagutta police have registered a case against singer Mangli, also known as Satyavathi, her brother and others following allegations of cheating, financial fraud and criminal intimidation linked to a microfinance scheme.

According to the complaint, nearly 100 persons were allegedly induced to invest money with promises of high returns through film financing and related business activities. The investors claimed that neither the promised returns nor their original investments were repaid.

The complaint was filed by an advocate representing the investors, who alleged that he was threatened when he questioned the accused about repayment.

Police said a case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including sections related to criminal intimidation and cheating. Further investigation is underway.