27 April,2025 06:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu
Jacqueliene Fernandez and Sukesh Chandrashekhar
In 2021, news about Jacqueliene Fernandez dating alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar went viral. While she denied it, he confirmed the relationship and flaunted the extravagant gifts he adorned her with. After his arrest in 2021, he sent her a love letter on her birthday. As per industry insiders, a leading streamer has taken an interest in the subject and is planning a docu-series on Chandrashekhar. A source informs, "The makers want to go to the alleged lottery scam origins to the jaw-dropping luxury gift extortion that made headlines."
According to sources, an OTT giant has already reached out to Fernandez as they find her "insights are critical." "She is the only star who can speak firsthand about what really went down. Her candour could make or break the storytelling." The actor, for her part, is said to be "weighing the opportunity," with close friends reporting she's "careful about how her narrative will be framed." Behind the scenes, development is reportedly being spearheaded by a sharp research team. "They are mapping out a narrative that's part psychological thriller and part a societal case study. Their plan is to juxtapose Sukesh's courtroom drama with his alleged methods like wiretapping, high-end bribes, and shadowy real estate deals."
The makers are targeting a year-end writers' room to nail down the structure and go on floors by mid-2026. Of course, legal teams are monitoring every step. "They are navigating complex clearances. Given the ongoing court cases, their approach must be airtight," the source added.
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As per reports, Jacqueliene Fernandez received several luxury gifts from Sukesh Chandrashekhar, some of which she confessed to ED officials during investigations:
. A tulip and lily garden in Bali.
. A private jet worth Rs 112 crore.
. A Mini Cooper.
. A horse for Rs 52 lakh.
. Three Persian cats.
. A yatch.