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The South African
7 days ago
- The South African
'I was going to shoot him': Norma Mngoma on catching Malusi Gigaba cheating
Norma Mngoma has detailed the infamous moment she smashed a luxury car belonging to her ex-husband, Malusi Gigaba, in a fit of rage. The businesswoman has opened up about her marriage and divorce from the former Minister – whom she did not name – in a sit-down interview on the Showmax show, Untied. Speaking to Untied presenter Relebogile Mabotja, Norma Mngoma shared the shocking story of how she reportedly caught her then-husband in bed with another woman. Mngoma and her two children, whom she shares with Gigaba, has returned home early after a trip to Durban. After suspecting him of cheating throughout their marriage, she finally saw 'proof' of his actions. 'The lady was in bed [with him]. She was trying to cover herself. I took off his glasses, and I tried to beat him up. A livid Norma Mngoma then proceeded to smash a R3 million Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, which Gigaba had borrowed from a friend. She continued: 'I hated him, I thank God we didnt have a gun. Because if we had…I wasn't going to be dead. I was not going to die and leave my kids. I was going to shoot him, that's how angry I was. She added: 'I was not in the right state of mind, what happened…I don't even remember' A video of the incident went viral on social media… Norma Mngoma was later arrested and sued by Malusi Gigaba and his pal for malicious damage to property and for sending a 'threatening' WhatsApp message. Her arrest – where all of her electronic devices were confiscated – was deemed unlawful, and the case was withdrawn by the NPA. However, the defendant pursued civil charges, which are still ongoing. In 2021, the year her divorce was finalised, Norma Mngoma testified against her ex-husband, Malusi Gigaba, on his alleged dealings with the notorious Gupta family. In it, she claimed that Gigaba allegedly received bags of money from the brothers. The family allegedly paid for their honeymoon in Dubai, home renovations, a luxury car, as well as purchasing designer clothing. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
News18
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Inside Ranbir Kapoor And Alia Bhatt's Rs 400 Crore World: Homes, Cars, And Everything Luxe
Last Updated: As Ranbir Kapoor gears up to play Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, here's a look at his and Alia Bhatt's luxurious life. Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are counted among the most successful couples in the industry. The actor, who is recently making waves on the internet with his upcoming on-screen role of Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus Ramayana: Part I, lives a life steeped in luxury, alongside his actress wife Alia Bhatt and their daughter, Raha Kapoor. Let's take a look at the luxurious possessions Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have in their names. Ranbir Kapoor's Luxe Possessions Krishna Raj Bungalow Ranbir Kapoor inherited a six-storey mansion in Mumbai's Pali Hill area from his grandparents, Raj Kapoor and Krishna Raj Kapoor. The construction has already been completed. Soon, the actor will move in with his family into the bungalow reportedly worth Rs 350-400 crore, as reported by Hindustan Times. Currently, Ranbir resides in an apartment named Vastu located in the plush Pali Hill area of Bandra, Mumbai. This is the same palatial residence where he tied the knot with Alia Bhatt in an intimate ceremony. As per reports by GQ and TOI, the Vastu building was purchased with a staggering amount of Rs 35 crore. Lifestyle Brand – ARKS The Animal actor also has a lifestyle brand in his name, offering elevated essentials for men and women. From classic sneakers, apparel, perfumes and a range of many other accessories, ARKS often elevates Kapoor's personal style statement. The brand's flagship store is located in Bandra, a posh suburb in Mumbai. High-end Cars Worth Crores Ranbir has a swanky collection of cars in his garage. It includes a Land Rover Range Rover Vogue worth Rs 2.26 crore and a Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG priced at Rs 2.14 crore, serving a perfect tech-laden ride for the star. He also has an Audi R8 worth Rs 2.72 Crore and an Audi A8 L, amongst others, in his supercar lineup. Stylish Sneakers Rishi and Neetu Kapoor's son is immensely loved for his sartorial fashion sense. Besides having a stylish collection of ensembles in his wardrobe, he owns some limited-edition sneakers that remain a statement of sophistication and elegance. He has a Nike x Off-White pair worth Rs 2.74 lakh and a Nike AirMax 1 Atmos priced at over Rs 81,000, among many others. Watches That Scream Of Gold Have you ever wondered how much thought the actor puts into his styling? So much so that his list of pricey collections also includes expensive watches exuding pure charm. He owns a Richard Mille RM 010 priced at Rs 50 lakh, which was gifted to him by Amitabh Bachchan himself. As per Times Now, the Sanju actor fell in love with it when he saw it on Big B's wrist, paving the way for preserving a legacy of admiration. Alia Bhatt's Luxe Possessions Apartment In Bandra Worth Rs 32 Crore Coming to Alia Bhatt, she also continues to embody their ultra-luxe lifestyle just like her husband, Ranbir Kapoor. Reportedly, the actress also owns another pad in the same Vastu residence as that of the actor. The property, in which she invested, is located on the fifth floor of the building spans around 2,460 sq ft and is priced at a whopping Rs 32 crore. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) A London Home Worth Almost 31.6 Crore The Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani actress has a chic property in Covent Garden, London which showcases her refined taste of luxury. She purchased the apartment in 2018, tucked away in one of the city's most stylish boroughs, for her sister Shaheen Bhat. As per Times Now, the property listings in the area range from £1 million to £3.2 million, which when converted to Indian currency, is around Rs 10.3 to Rs 31.6 crore. Vanity Van designed by Gauri Khan Alia Bhatt also has a whimsical vanity van that is nothing short of yet another luxurious property on her list. Designed by Gauri Khan, the van has a disco-inspired setup with quirky elements that perfectly personify the diva's vibrant personality. Production Office Worth Rs 2 crore The Jigra actress owns a production house named Eternal Sunshine Productions, which seamlessly blends luxury with power. As per GQ and TOI, the interiors are reportedly worth Rs 2 crore, and the space is spread across a 2,800 sq ft sprawling area. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eternal Sunshine Productions (@eternalsunshineproduction) Lifestyle brand – Ed-a-Mamma Besides owning curated pieces in her wardrobes from Sabyasachi, Manish Malhotra, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, and others, Alia also has a lifestyle brand in her name. She ventured into business with Ed-a-Mamma, a brand that focuses on clothing for children and has been winning hearts ever since its debut. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) top videos View all Pricey Cars Alia, being a car enthusiast like her husband, owns a luxury SUV – Land Rover Range Rover Vogue, since 2019. Besides this elegant and robust vehicle, she has a 740LD variant of the BMW 7 Series priced at Rs 1.37 Crore. Additionally, she has an Audi A6 and an Audi Q5, among her fleet of cars. Previously, she also used an Audi Q7, which is a perfect blend of comfort and luxury. The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Alia Bhatt lifestyle luxury Net Worth Ranbir Kapoor Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: July 06, 2025, 15:01 IST News lifestyle Inside Ranbir Kapoor And Alia Bhatt's Rs 400 Crore World: Homes, Cars, And Everything Luxe
India.com
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- India.com
Meet man, who is owner of India's most expensive number plate, not Mukesh Ambani, Adani, Gautam Singhania, he is CEO of….
Millionaire tech CEO from Kerala had bought India's most expensive Rolls-Royce Ghost along with the most expensive registration number for his Lamborghini Urus. The CEO of Litmus7, Venu Gopalakrishnan has bought another luxury vehicle. It is Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG of Rs 4.2 crore. He shared the video of him taking delivery of his new luxury SUV with his family. In the video you can see the entrepreneur entering the delivery location in his Lamborghini Urus Performante, which has India's most expensive registration number. According to media reports he had paid Rs 47 lakh for the number 'KL 07 DG 0007'. He then waits at the gate, and when a Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG arrives. The video then shows this brand-new SUV when Gopalakrishnan is completing paperwork formalities. Then he, his parents, wife, and child, removes the cover and reveals the new G-Wagen. Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG For Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, Venu Gopalakrishnan has taken the unique and classy shade of satin military green. It has gloss black for the alloy wheels, and the interior is finished in black leather. He has also added a seat entertainment package, which gives two screens for the passengers. It is a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 motor. It makes 585 bhp and 850 Nm of torque. Transmission duties are handled by a 9-speed DCT Venu Gopalakrishnan's Car Collection Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II Black Badge Venu Gopalakrishnan earlier drove India's first and most expensive Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II Black Badge for Rs 18 crore It has shades of Black Diamond and Gunmetal Grey. Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato He also owns Kochi's first Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato. This car is the more hardcore off-roader version of the Huracan. It has body claddings, raised suspension, an aluminum front underbody, reinforced sills, and roof-mounted air intakes.
IOL News
15-05-2025
- Business
- IOL News
NPA secures R32m preservation order in ongoing asbestos case
Free State high court grants Multi-Million Rand asset preservation order in Magashule asbestos case. Image: NPA and Oupa Mokoena The Free State High Court has granted the NPA a R32 million preservation order against Ace Magashule and others linked to the asbestos corruption and money laundering scheme. Included in the court order is a luxury Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, allegedly purchased in cash for R2 million - a symbol of the lavish lifestyle funded by illicit gains. According to the NPA, the seized assets are believed to be the proceeds of a web of criminal activities, including theft, fraud, corruption, and money laundering, orchestrated at the expense of the Free State Department of Human Settlements (FSDHS). 'The involved individuals, companies, and trusts are alleged to have engaged in a complex web of financial flows, designed to strip the FSDHS of its much-needed resources," said NPA national spokesperson Mthunzi Mhaga. 'They were allegedly able to move the proceeds of crime through attorneys, real estate agencies, and high-end motor dealers.' The Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) has shown through financial flows that these properties were purchased with monies siphoned from the FSDHS, the statement read. "This preservation order follows a Restraint Order of R300 million granted to the unit by the High Court in September 2020. This was in respect of the same asbestos corruption and money laundering scheme. "The order will effectively put a freeze on and thwart any efforts to dissipate the very assets sought to be preserved." The NPA said this will provide for the subsequent forfeiture of these proceeds of crime to the state. Meanwhile, the NPA confirmed that various persons and entities are also criminally charged with multiple charges of fraud, theft, money laundering, corruption, contraventions of the PFMA, and contraventions of various sections of the Asbestos Regulations. Last month, businessman Edwin Sodi pleaded not guilty to charges of money laundering, fraud, and corruption in connection with the controversial R255 million Free State asbestos removal tender. Sodi, alongside former Free State Premier Magashule, are accused of orchestrating a scheme that diverted public funds intended for the removal of hazardous asbestos from homes in the province's poorest communities. The case, which has drawn significant national attention, involves 18 accused individuals and five companies. The R255 million contract was awarded in 2014 to a joint venture between Sodi's Blackhead Consulting and Diamond Hill Trading, owned by the late businessman Igo Mpambani. The State alleges that the contract was irregularly awarded, with kickbacks provided to some of the accused. Instead of effectively removing asbestos from about 30 000 homes, only R21 million worth of work was reportedly completed, with the remainder of the funds allegedly misappropriated. Both Magashule and Sodi have previously attempted to have the charges against them dismissed. In May 2023, the Supreme Court of Appeals dismissed their applications, stating that they had "no reasonable prospects of success" and that there was no compelling reason to hear their appeals. Cape Times
The South African
14-05-2025
- The South African
Bloem court rules on R32 million asbestos corruption scheme
On 13 March 2025, the Bloemfontein High Court made a ruling on properties linked to an asbestos corruption scheme. The court granted the National Prosecuting Authority's Asset Forfeiture Unit, together with Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation, a Preservation Order. The order stated that six immovable properties valued at R32 million and a Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG worth R2 million, would be seized. 'The AFU believes the properties are proceeds of unlawful activities of theft, fraud, corruption and money laundering perpetuated against the Free State Department of Human Settlements', said NPA spokesperson, advocate Mthunzi Mhaga. All the alleged perpetrators have direct ties to the Free State Department of Human Settlements. They had access to monies during their time at the department. 'The involved individuals, companies and trusts are alleged to have engaged in a complex web of financial flows, designed to strip the FSDHS of its much-needed resources', Mhaga continued. According to Mhaga, the perpetrators were able to move the proceeds of crime through attorneys, real estate agencies and high-end motor dealers. He said the AFU has shown through financial flows that the assets were purchased directly with monies linked to the FSDHS. 'This preservation order follows a Restraint Order of R300-million granted to AFU by the Free State High Court – Bloemfontein in September 2020', said Mhaga. Mhaga emphasised, 'The preservation order will effectively put a freeze on and thwart any efforts to dissipate the very assets sought to be preserved. This will provide for the subsequent forfeiture of these proceeds of crime to the state'. Mhaga said various persons and entities have since been criminally charged with multiple charges of fraud, theft, money laundering and corruption. They were also charged with contraventions of the Public Finance Management Act. Additionally, they were charged with contraventions of various sections of the Asbestos Regulations. They are set to appear before the Bloemfontein High Court for trial on 15 April 2025. The NPA said pursuing legal action was an ongoing response to the State Capture Commission's recommendation. It was recommended that they recover monies siphoned through an unlawful contract linked to the Free State Asbestos Eradication Project. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
