Remo D’Souza and Lizelle face allegations of defrauding a dance troupe of Rs 11.96 crore, as per a complaint filed by a 26-year-old dancer. The case is registered under IPC sections for forgery and cheating. They deny the claims and pledge full cooperation with authorities.
Following a complaint from a dance troupe accusing Remo D’Souza, his wife Lizelle, and others of allegedly defrauding them of Rs 11.96 crore, the choreographer stepped forward with a clarification to address the allegations.
The post read, ‘It has come to our notice through media reports that some complaint has been registered alleging fraud in regards to a certain dance troupe.
It’s disheartening that such information has been published. We would like to request everyone to abstain from spreading rumors before ascertaining true facts. We shall put our case forward in due time and will continue to cooperate with the authorities in every way possible like we have done so far. We would like to thank our family, friends, and fans for the outpouring of love and continuous support. Love always. Lizelle & Remo.’
As reported by PTI, a 26-year-old dancer lodged a complaint against Remo, Lizelle, and five others. The police revealed that a case has been registered in Thane district, Maharashtra, for allegedly cheating a dance troupe of Rs 11.96 crore. The complaint was filed on October 16 at Mira Road police station under sections of the Indian Penal Code, including forgery (465) and cheating (420).
According to the FIR, the 26-year-old dancer and his troupe were allegedly cheated between 2018 and July 2024. The complainant claimed that despite performing and winning a reality TV show, the accused falsely represented the troupe as their own and took the prize money of Rs 11.96 crore.
