Mumbai Crime: Instagram Influencer Alleges ₹15 Lakh Sextortion Bid; Dongri Police Book 5

Mumbai, August 5, 2026: An Instagram influencer's private video call with a woman has allegedly turned into a case of sextortion, with the Dongri Police registering an FIR against five persons for allegedly demanding Rs 15 lakh and threatening to circulate his intimate video on social media.

According to the complaint, the victim, a construction contractor who has also been working as an Instagram influencer for the past two years, had become acquainted with a woman around three years ago.

The two were in regular contact and frequently communicated through video calls. During one such private video call, the woman allegedly recorded intimate visuals without his knowledge.

Alleged Extortion Demand