Radha vs Ambika: The ₹46 Crore Cheque Fraud Allegation and ARS Garden Dispute

The Tamil cinema industry is currently witnessing a high-profile legal battle between veteran actresses and sisters, ராதா (Radha) and Ambika. What began as a police complaint over alleged cheque fraud has evolved into a complex family dispute involving claims of unpaid dues and the ownership of a significant property known as 'ARS Garden' in Porur.

The Fraud Allegation: ₹46 Crore Cheque Dispute

The conflict escalated in September 2026 when actress Radha filed a formal complaint at the Chennai Police Commissioner's office. According to the complaint, Radha alleged that Ambika attempted to defraud her of ₹46 crore by stealing cheques. The Chennai Central Crime Branch (CCB) is currently investigating these claims [2].

However, Ambika has strongly denied these allegations. In a press conference held at her residence in Valasaravakkam, Ambika asserted that Radha issued the cheques voluntarily but subsequently stopped the payments through the bank to avoid fulfilling the financial obligation [3].

The Core Conflict: ARS Garden and Unpaid Dues

Beyond the cheque fraud headlines, the sisters are locked in a dispute over ARS Garden in Porur. Ambika claims she was the primary reason for the creation of the garden but was unfairly removed from its ownership, noting that the nameplate of the property was changed without her consent [3].

The financial stakes mentioned by both parties are substantial, though these remain unilateral claims and have not been verified by a court of law:

Claimant	Alleged Amount/Asset	Nature of Claim
Radha	₹46 Crore	Alleged fraud via stolen cheques
Ambika	₹97 Crore	Unpaid dues and share in ARS Garden
Ambika	Gold Jewelry	Claims Radha is in possession of her jewelry

Emotional Fallout and Legal Next Steps

The dispute has taken a personal turn, with Ambika suggesting that Radha's actions are being influenced by her husband. Ambika expressed deep emotional distress over the theft allegations, stating she cannot accept being called a thief after everything she did for her sisters [3].

As of late September 2026, Ambika has indicated her intention to file a defamation case against Radha. Meanwhile, the CCB investigation continues to determine the authenticity of the stolen cheque claims.