Dulquer moves Court against seizure of luxury vehicle

Malayalam film actor Dulquer Salmaan, son of superstar Mammootty, moved the Kerala High Court on Friday, challenging the Customs department's seizure of his luxury vehicle, alleging illegal registration and evasion of tax.

- AM Abdussalam

During a countrywide operation codenamed Operation Numkhor, a Land Rover was seized from Dulquer’s home in Elamkulam as part of the ongoing crackdown.

Dulquer, actors Prithviraj Sukumaran and Amit Chakkalakkal, are few of the several celebrities currently under investigation by Customs authorities for suspected tax evasion.

In his petition, Dulquer stated that the vehicle was brought to India by the Red Cross, and he purchased it only afterwards. He argued that he had purchased the vehicle after completing all legal formalities.