Kannada Actor Upendra Claims Hackers Targeted Phones With Priyanka

A phone is like a personal diary, and when strangers break into it, the shock feels deeper than theft. That is what happened to Sandalwood star Upendra and his wife, actress Priyanka Upendra. Both revealed that their mobiles were hacked after a suspicious call, and they quickly went public to alert fans and friends. In a video message, Upendra requested people not to send money if they receive fake messages using his or Priyanka’s name.

The incident unfolded in an ordinary way but took a dangerous turn. On the morning of September 15, Priyanka had ordered a few items online. Soon after, she received a call about the delivery. The caller, however, began instructing her to enter strange hashtags and symbols. Not knowing what to do, Priyanka handed the phone to her husband. Upendra too followed the caller’s instructions, but the couple immediately felt uneasy. Within minutes, they realized their phones could be compromised.

In his selfie video, Upendra explained the sequence of events and gave a clear warning. “If anyone asks for money in our name, please don’t send,” he said firmly. Priyanka also echoed the same, adding that the police complaint was already being prepared. Their quick decision to speak openly about it may save many from falling into the trap. Cybercriminals often use celebrity names to cheat unsuspecting people, and this episode has once again shown how cleverly they operate.

Upendra and Priyanka’s phone hack shows how unsafe digital life can be. A single wrong move online is enough for fraudsters to take control. Hackers don’t spare anyone, not even celebrities, and can easily misuse their names to cheat people. Their quick warning and police complaint highlight the need to stay cautious and never act on unknown calls.