Jayasurya Denies Reports of Fresh ED Summons, Says All Transactions Were Legal

Kochi: Actor Jayasurya on Friday dismissed media reports claiming that he had received a fresh summons from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to appear before the agency on January 7 in connection with a money laundering probe linked to an online investment scheme.

Speaking through a social media post, the actor clarified that neither he nor his wife Saritha had received any new notice from the ED. He said he had already appeared before the agency twice in response to earlier summons — first on December 24 and again on December 29, when his wife was also questioned.

The ED questioned the couple under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act as part of its investigation into the ‘Save Box’ online investment scheme, allegedly run by Swathi Rahim, who is facing multiple cheating cases. The agency is probing suspected laundering of funds collected from investors through the scheme.

Jayasurya said all his financial dealings were legal and carried out in accordance with the law. Referring to his association with the company as a brand ambassador, the actor said it was impossible to predict the future actions of those who approach artistes for advertisements. He maintained that he had entered into the agreement in good faith and had complied with all statutory requirements, including the payment of taxes.

According to sources, the ED is examining transactions linked to the scheme after Rahim allegedly told investigators that a portion of the funds collected from investors was diverted to the film industry. Some of these transactions, the agency found, involved payments made to Jayasurya for promotional activities.

Sources said the actor and his wife informed investigators that a formal endorsement agreement worth 75 lakh was signed with Save Box Concepts Pvt Ltd. Of this amount, 69 lakh was received through banking channels. The ED is currently verifying the claims and examining whether any proceeds of crime were involved in the transactions.