Mumbai Influencer Rajshree More Files Complaint Against MNS Leader's Son
Incident Overview
Rajshree More, a nail artist and influencer from Mumbai, has recently gained attention due to a reported altercation with the son of a Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) leader. She has lodged a police report against Raheel Sheikh, the son of MNS Vice-president Javed Sheikh, claiming he repeatedly collided with her vehicle and threatened her while allegedly intoxicated.
Details of the Confrontation
The confrontation allegedly occurred late Sunday night as More was driving from Goregaon to Andheri. She asserts that Raheel's SUV struck her car multiple times, during which he verbally abused her and flaunted his political ties, stating, "Do you know who I am? My father is in MNS." A video that has circulated online shows Raheel, appearing intoxicated and shirtless, verbally assaulting More in front of police officers. In an Instagram video, More recounted her experience, claiming she was being deliberately followed and targeted.
More's Account of the Incident
"The SUV driver kept ramming into my car. Initially, I thought it was an accident, but it continued. I turned into a narrow street near my home and realized I was being pursued. I checked with my driver to ensure our doors were locked. When I spotted two police constables nearby, I called for assistance, but even then, the other vehicle hit us again," she explained.
Allegations Against Raheel Sheikh
More described Raheel as being inebriated and partially undressed, stating, "He was drunk and half-naked. His pants were falling down. He forgot his clothes but remembered who his father was. He began to threaten me, saying I would pay for this."
Legal Action Taken
An FIR has been registered against Raheel Sheikh under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including: Section 79 (gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman), Section 281 (rash and negligent driving), and Sections 125 and 185 (driving under the influence).
About Rajshree More
Rajshree More is a beauty influencer and entrepreneur based in Lokhandwala, where she operates a nail art studio. With over 31,000 followers on Instagram, she frequently shares videos featuring Bollywood stars. This incident follows previous tensions with MNS supporters, particularly after she faced criticism for a now-deleted video in which she opposed the enforcement of the Marathi language and advocated for migrant workers, warning that Mumbai's economy could be adversely affected without them.
Political Reactions
The situation has sparked political responses, with Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane accusing the MNS of inaction due to Raheel's religious background, while Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Nirupam condemned the MNS for their behavior.