In a major development under ‘Operation Namkhor’, Customs officials have seized another luxury vehicle belonging to Malayalam superstar Dulquer Salmaan. The seized car, a Nissan Patrol, was reportedly kept at Signature Cars in Kalamassery and was recently used during the filming of the actor’s upcoming project, Lucky Baskhar. This marks the fourth luxury vehicle linked to the actor to be taken into custody as authorities investigate a massive tax evasion and smuggling scam.
The Details of ‘Operation Namkhor’
The ongoing investigation targets a luxury car smuggling racket that allegedly brings high-end vehicles into India from Bhutan using falsified documents.
- Smuggling Tactics: Officials believe the syndicate misused the names of foreign embassies to bypass heavy import taxes.
- Location of Seizure: The Nissan Patrol was recovered from a facility in Kalamassery, following the previous seizure of three other luxury cars owned by the actor.
- Key Arrests: Authorities have already arrested Sain Marvey, a partner at MS Road Way Cars in Kozhikode, in connection with the smuggling ring.
- Wider Probe: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has expanded the investigation, recently raiding 17 locations including the residences of stars like Prithviraj Sukumaran and Dulquer Salmaan.
Dulquer Salmaan Maintains Innocence
Despite the high-profile seizures, Dulquer Salmaan has maintained that he purchased every vehicle legally. The actor clarified his stance through legal channels, emphasizing his adherence to official procedures.
- Bank Transactions: Salmaan stated that he bought the vehicles from previous owners within India using legitimate bank transfers.
- Documentation: He claims to possess all necessary paperwork for the cars, which he says were already registered in India before he acquired them.
- The ‘Defender’ Case: Addressing a previously seized Land Rover Defender, the actor informed the court that the vehicle was originally brought to Delhi by the International Red Cross organization.
Impact on ‘Lucky Baskhar’ and Beyond
The seizure of the Nissan Patrol, a vehicle fans may recognize from the promotional stills of Lucky Baskhar, adds a layer of real-world drama to the film’s production. As the investigation continues, the industry is closely watching how these legal “showdowns” will affect the schedules of the actor’s highly anticipated 2026 releases.
While the “mass” hero navigates these legal hurdles, his legal team remains confident that the documentation will prove his status as a bona fide purchaser. For more exclusive updates on the Dulquer Salmaan tax case, stay tuned to Simply Mollywood!
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