Suhana Khan, daughter of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and designer Gauri Khan, has found herself in the middle of a land acquisition controversy while filming her theatrical debut King. The 25-year-old actress is under investigation for a high-value land deal in Maharashtra’s Alibaug, involving property originally allotted to farmers.
Details of the Land Transaction
According to official records, Suhana purchased land in Thal village, Alibaug, through Deja Vu Farms Pvt Ltd, a company linked to Gauri Khan’s family. The deal, worth ₹12.91 crore, was completed in May 2023, with stamp duty of ₹77.46 lakh paid via Standard Chartered Bank. The land was reportedly bought from the Khote family of Mumbai’s Cuffe Parade.
The controversy arises from claims that the land was granted to farmers under the Maharashtra Agricultural Land (Ceiling on Holdings) Act, 1961. Under this law, such agricultural plots cannot be sold to non-farmers without prior government approval, and require a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the local Tehsildar or District Collector. Reports also allege that Suhana was listed as a “farmer” in official documents, raising concerns of misrepresentation.
Probe Initiated
Following these allegations, the Resident Deputy Collector has ordered an impartial inquiry. The Alibaug Tehsildar has been tasked with submitting a detailed report, and the investigation is currently underway. Meanwhile, Suhana is also reported to have acquired another seafront property in the same region worth around ₹10 crore, though it is not yet confirmed if this purchase is under scrutiny.
Professional Front
On the career side, Suhana made her OTT debut with The Archies. She is now preparing for her big-screen debut in Siddharth Anand’s King, co-starring Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor, and Jaideep Ahlawat. The film is slated for release next year.
