The legal troubles of social media personality Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, have escalated as the Mumbai Police has issued a summon to him in connection with a major drug trafficking case. The Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) has called him for questioning after his name surfaced during ongoing investigations into a large-scale narcotics network.
Case Origin: Massive MD Seizure and the Beginning of the Probe
The roots of this case go back to February 2024, when the Mumbai Crime Branch arrested a woman with 741 grams of mephedrone (MD). What began as a routine seizure soon expanded into one of Mumbai’s biggest drug investigations, with several high-profile individuals questioned over the months.
A major breakthrough occurred in March 2024, when police uncovered an illegal mephedrone manufacturing unit in a farm in Sangli, Maharashtra. Officers seized 126.14 kg of MD, valued at approximately ₹252 crore, making it one of the largest drug seizures recorded in the state. Investigators believe that the factory was controlled by drug trafficker Salim Dola and his son Tahir, who reportedly sourced raw materials through an associate in Surat.
A Widespread Trafficking Network Uncovered
As the probe progressed, officials found that the Sangli-based factory was only one part of a vast narcotics operation. To avoid suspicion, the syndicate allegedly transported drugs in luxury cars such as Mercedes and BMWs. The profits were then routed overseas through hawala channels, revealing a sophisticated financial network.
The investigation first gained momentum in August 2022, with the arrest of a Nagpada resident, which led to several subsequent arrests and the exposure of deeper links within the trafficking ecosystem.
How Orry’s Name Came Up in the Case
Orry’s name appeared after the arrest of Mohammad Salim Mohammad Suhail Sheikh, a close associate of trafficker Salim Dola. Sheikh was extradited from Dubai to Mumbai on November 5, following which he made several explosive claims during interrogation.
In its remand application, the drug control agency informed the court that Sheikh had organized lavish parties in Dubai and Mumbai, allegedly attended by well-known celebrities, influencers, and public figures. Among the names mentioned were actresses Nora Fatehi and Shraddha Kapoor, filmmaker duo Abbas-Mustan, rapper Loka, politician Zeeshan Siddique, and Orry.
Police have emphasized that these claims are still under verification and may or may not establish actual involvement.
Why Orry Was Summoned
According to investigators, Orry has been called in to clarify his role, if any, based on the statements made by Sheikh. An ANC officer said that once Orry is questioned, the agency will decide whether other celebrities also need to be examined.
This is not the first time Orry has faced legal scrutiny. In March 2024, he was named in an FIR filed in Katra, Jammu & Kashmir, after he and several others allegedly consumed alcohol inside a hotel near the Vaishno Devi temple, where such activities are strictly prohibited.
Dubai-Mumbai Party Circuit Under the Scanner
During questioning, Sheikh reportedly told Mumbai Police that he organized rave-style parties for Bollywood and fashion personalities, some of which were attended by Alishah Parkar, nephew of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim. These allegations have widened the scope of the investigation.
Police are now examining whether Sheikh acted as a link between drug suppliers, international gangsters, and high-profile party networks that spanned India and Dubai. If his statements are verified, the case could expand significantly.
What Happens Next
Orry’s questioning by the ANC marks a crucial stage in the probe. Authorities hope to determine whether the celebrities named by Sheikh had any connection to the drug trade, or whether the accused trafficker is attempting to mislead investigators by dropping prominent names.
For now, the investigation remains underway, with Mumbai Police treating this as part of a larger international drugs and hawala network involving several key suspects in both India and the UAE.
