Key Points
- Orry summoned to appear at Anti-Narcotics Cell’s Ghatkopar unit on November 20, 2025, at 10:00 am for questioning in ₹252 crore drug case
- Main accused Mohammed Salim Mohammed Suhail Shaikh arrested, claims he organized drug parties in India and abroad for celebrities
- Shaikh named Nora Fatehi, Shraddha Kapoor, Siddharth Kapoor, Zeeshan Siddiqui, Orry, Abbas Mustan, and others as attendees
- Nora Fatehi issued strong clarification on Instagram, denying involvement and warning against dragging her name into case
- Orry previously booked in March 2025 for consuming alcohol at Katra hotel near Vaishno Devi shrine, violating local laws
Social media influencer Orry, whose real name is Orhan Awatramani, has been embroiled in a major legal controversy after being summoned by the Mumbai Police’s Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) in connection with a ₹252 crore mephedrone drug case. Orry has been asked to appear for questioning at the Anti-Narcotics Cell’s Ghatkopar unit on November 20, 2025, at 10:00 am sharp, marking a significant development in one of Mumbai’s largest drug busts.
This summons comes after the police arrested the main accused in the case, Mohammed Salim Mohammed Suhail Shaikh, whose interrogation has led investigators down a path involving multiple high-profile names from Bollywood and Mumbai’s elite social circles. During intense questioning, Shaikh made shocking revelations that he organized elaborate drug parties both in India and abroad and personally supplied drugs to attendees, including several celebrities.
Main Accused Names Multiple Bollywood Celebrities
Accused Mohammed Salim Shaikh claimed during interrogation that he had previously organized drug parties attended by several prominent Bollywood celebrities and social media personalities, supplying them with banned substances. The celebrities and influencers he named in his statement included actress Nora Fatehi, actress Shraddha Kapoor and her brother Siddharth Kapoor, politician and former Maharashtra Youth Congress president Zeeshan Siddiqui, social media influencer Orry (Orhan Awatramani), filmmaker duo Abbas Mustan, and an individual referred to as Loka, among others.
The police are now methodically investigating the veracity and credibility of these claims made by the accused, cross-checking his statements with evidence, digital records, financial transactions, and witness testimonies. As part of this comprehensive investigation, authorities have summoned Orry for detailed questioning to ascertain his relationship with the accused, his presence at any alleged gatherings, and any knowledge he may have about drug supply networks.
Nora Fatehi Issues Strong Clarification on Instagram
Actress Nora Fatehi had previously expressed strong protest and issued a forceful clarification on Instagram after her name was dragged into the drugs case without any substantiated evidence. She categorically denied any involvement in drug-related activities and clarified that she does not attend parties where illegal substances are present, emphasizing that her name was being maliciously dragged into matters she had absolutely no connection with.
In her Instagram statement, Nora wrote, “People were smearing my name. I remained silent. But now, please keep my photos and name away from matters I have no involvement with. This could prove very costly”. Her warning suggests potential legal action against those spreading false allegations and attempting to damage her reputation through unsubstantiated claims. Nora’s public statement has been widely supported by her fans and industry colleagues who have vouched for her professional conduct and clean image.
Orry’s Statement Crucial to Investigation
Following the police summons, Orry’s statement and testimony will prove crucial to the investigation of this entire case, potentially corroborating or contradicting the accused’s claims. Investigators are expected to question Orry about his social connections, party attendance, knowledge of drug circulation in Mumbai’s social circles, and any direct or indirect contact with Mohammed Salim Shaikh.
The Anti-Narcotics Cell is treating this as a high-priority case given the massive scale of the drug seizure valued at ₹252 crore and the potential involvement of influential personalities who could have been either consumers or enablers of the drug distribution network. Authorities are also examining whether the accused is making false claims to gain attention or negotiating leverage, or whether there is genuine substance to his allegations that warrants further investigation.
Who is Orry? The Social Media Phenomenon
Orry’s real name is Orhan Awatramani, and he has become a prominent figure in Mumbai’s elite social circles, frequently appearing in photographs and at high-profile events with Bollywood stars, business tycoons, and celebrity families. He has gained substantial recognition for his distinctive style, fashion sense, and influential social media presence, with his Instagram account boasting hundreds of thousands of followers who track his glamorous lifestyle.
Orry studied Fine Arts and Communication Design at the prestigious Parsons School of Design in New York, one of the world’s leading institutions for art and design education. He has presented himself as a multi-hyphenate creative professional, claiming to have worked in various roles including singer, fashion designer, creative director, stylist, event curator, and brand consultant. However, questions have been raised by media observers and social commentators about his actual source of income and the authenticity of elements of his carefully curated social media personality.
Previous Legal Controversy: Katra Alcohol Case
This is not Orry’s first brush with legal trouble. In March 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir Police booked social media influencer Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, along with seven others for allegedly consuming liquor at a hotel in Katra town, which serves as the base camp for pilgrims proceeding to the sacred Mata Vaishno Devi shrine.
The Katra police station received a complaint on March 15, 2025, about guests at Hotel Katra Marriott Resort and Spa allegedly consuming alcohol in their hotel room. An FIR numbered 72/25 was registered at the Katra police station after photographs went viral on social media showing Orry and his friends partying in a hotel room with visible alcohol bottles on the table.
The Union Territory administration has banned the consumption and sale of liquor and non-vegetarian products in Katra town due to its proximity to the holy Vaishno Devi temple, and local regulations strictly prohibit such activities to respect religious sentiments. According to the police statement, “On March 15, guests, including Orhan Awatramani (Orry), Darshan Singh, Parth Raina, Ritick Singh, Rashi Dutta, Rakshita Bhogal, Shagun Kohli and Anastasila Arzamaskina, consumed alcohol in the hotel premises despite being told alcohol and non-veg diet is not allowed inside Cottage Suite as it is strictly prohibited at such a divine Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage place”.
Growing Scrutiny on Social Media Influencers
The legal troubles surrounding Orry have sparked broader discussions about accountability and ethical behavior among social media influencers who wield significant influence over young audiences. Critics argue that influencers who build their brand on glamorous lifestyles and party culture need to be held to the same legal and ethical standards as other public figures, especially when their actions violate laws or hurt religious sentiments.
The Katra incident particularly sparked intense backlash on social media, with several people condemning the behavior and calling for stricter action, including demands for banning Orry from visiting the religious town. Reasi’s senior police official Paramvir Singh issued strict instructions to take all the accused persons into custody to set an example and emphasize that drugs and alcohol will not be tolerated at religious sites.
Investigation Continues as Police Verify Claims
As the Mumbai Police’s Anti-Narcotics Cell continues its investigation into the ₹252 crore drug case, authorities are working to separate fact from fiction in the accused’s claims about celebrity involvement. The questioning of Orry and potentially other named individuals will be critical in determining whether there is credible evidence of drug consumption and supply networks operating within Mumbai’s elite social circles, or whether the accused is making exaggerated claims.
The outcome of this investigation could have far-reaching implications not just for those directly named, but for how law enforcement agencies approach drug cases involving influential personalities and how strictly they scrutinize the social gatherings and lifestyle choices of celebrities and social media influencers.
