MUMBAI, India — Actress and model Antara Banerjee was arrested after an alleged confrontation with railway personnel aboard the Aravali Express on August 12 while she was travelling towards Surat for a shoot. Police allege that the dispute over her presence in a reserved AC coach escalated into an assault involving an RPF officer and a razor. Antara Banerjee was subsequently released on bail.
- Antara Banerjee was travelling towards Surat when the alleged incident occurred.
- The dispute reportedly began over her presence in a reserved AC coach despite holding a sleeper-class ticket.
- Police allege that an RPF assistant sub-inspector was injured during the confrontation.
- The actress was taken into custody after the FIR was registered and later released on bail.
What happened aboard the Aravali Express?
According to the supplied reports, the confrontation occurred between Borivali and Dahanu between approximately 9:30 pm and 10:50 pm. The FIR states that another passenger questioned Antara Banerjee’s presence in a reserved seat and sought the intervention of railway personnel.
Ticket collector Harikesh Tripathi and Railway Protection Force personnel were called to the coach. RPF assistant sub-inspector Yaminikant Mishra and constable Rajesh Kumar reportedly intervened as the disagreement intensified.
Police allege that Antara Banerjee used abusive language towards the officials before the situation became more serious. According to the police account, she allegedly produced a razor blade during the confrontation.
Yaminikant Mishra was reportedly injured during the incident. The police account also alleges that Antara Banerjee injured herself and attempted to damage a coach window while trying to leave. A Free Press Journal report further said Mishra alleged damage to his uniform and mobile phone.
Antara Banerjee deboarded at Dahanu
Antara Banerjee was eventually deboarded at Dahanu railway station and handed over to the Government Railway Police. Borivali railway police took her into custody the following morning.
The FIR was registered on August 13. The allegations include assault on public servants, causing harm, endangering safety and insulting officials. The actress was later served a notice and released on bail.
According to one of the supplied reports, inspector Gavade said, “She calmed down after the FIR was registered.”
Antara Banerjee’s television and film career
Antara Banerjee began her career in television with Gumrah: End of Innocence and later appeared in the crime series Savdhaan India. Her film debut came in 2014 with a cameo in The Shaukeens.
She gained wider recognition after playing Pinky Ahlawat in &TV’s Badho Bahu, which ran from 2016 to 2018. She subsequently portrayed Suman Sharma in Kasautii Zindagii Kay, leaving the series in 2019, when Ritu Chauhan took over the character.
Her later television work included Laal Ishq, where she played Kesar in an episodic role, and Kavach 2, in which she portrayed Sanjana Jindal. The supplied reports also list her appearance as Chinki Malhotra in Divya Drishti from 2019 to 2020.
Antara Banerjee’s background
Antara Banerjee was born into a Bengali family in Kolkata and later moved to Mumbai with her parents while pursuing a career in entertainment. Her reported film credits also include Yeh Hai India, in which she played a reporter.
Alongside acting, Antara Banerjee has a background in classical performing arts. The supplied material says she is a trained Kathak dancer and has performed at stage events in Kolkata. It also reports that she has pursued classical singing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Antara Banerjee travelling on the Aravali Express?
According to the supplied reports, Antara Banerjee was travelling towards Surat for a shoot when the alleged confrontation occurred aboard the train.
When was the FIR against Antara Banerjee registered?
The FIR was registered on August 13, following the alleged incident on August 12. The supplied reports state that she was later released on bail.
What happens next?
The allegations described in the reports concern the events aboard the Aravali Express and the subsequent police case. The supplied material does not provide further details about the next stage of the legal proceedings. The allegations against Antara Banerjee should therefore be understood as allegations reported by police and the cited reports, not as established findings of guilt.
