A scam has emerged from Chennai, where Antony George Prabhu, a security officer working for Kollywood star Suriya, was cheated of ₹42 lakh by people he trusted. The incident has caught the attention of both the film industry and the public, highlighting the risks even familiar individuals can pose.
Antony, who has been working as Suriya’s personal security officer for some time, reportedly placed his trust in Sulochana and her son, who were employed at the actor’s residence. The duo promised Antony high-interest returns on his investment. Initially, Antony gave them a few lakhs and received three tolas of gold as collateral. Encouraged by this, he transferred a total of ₹42 lakh in February, expecting regular interest payments.
However, after receiving the money, Sulochana and her son went silent and refused to repay Antony. When he demanded his funds back, the family fled Suriya’s residence. Acting quickly, Antony filed a complaint with the police, which led to a detailed investigation. The authorities discovered that this same family had duped several other people in Chennai, scamming nearly ₹2 crore in total.
Police have arrested Sulochana, her son, and two other accomplices. All four suspects had been employed at Suriya’s residence. They are now in judicial custody while the investigation continues. The case has sent shockwaves across Chennai, underlining how easily trust can be exploited for financial gain.
Meanwhile, Suriya continues to focus on his film career. Known for balancing his roles as an actor and producer, he has been bringing story-driven films to audiences. His recent retro-themed release received mixed reviews, but fans eagerly await his next project. Directed by Venky Atluri, the film stars Mamitha Baiju as the heroine, with music by GV Prakash Kumar. It is scheduled for release next year and is already generating high expectations.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of financial prudence. Even those in seemingly secure positions, like a trusted household employee, can fall victim to fraud. Antony’s case reinforces the importance of vigilance when dealing with investments, no matter how familiar the parties involved may be.
