Sextortion Scam Busted: 'Mele Babu Ne Khana Khaya?' Used in Sextortion Scam: MP Youth Posed as Woman, Duped Men of ₹25 Lakh

Sextortion Scam Busted: MP Man Used Fake Female Profiles, Deepfakes & Viral Phrases To Dupe Men in Agra

In a shocking case of cyber fraud, the Agra Cyber Crime Police have arrested a 26-year-old youth from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, for allegedly extorting over ₹25 lakh from unsuspecting victims through an elaborate sextortion and investment scam. The accused, Durgesh Singh Tomar, reportedly used fake social media profiles posing as women, manipulated nude images, and even impersonated female voices to lure and blackmail male victims.

Fake Identities, Viral Lines & Sextortion: How the Scam Worked

According to investigators, Tomar meticulously crafted fake identities of women on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Telegram. He used popular phrases like “Mele Babu Ne Khana Khaya?”, a line made famous through viral memes, to build an emotional connection with targets. Once trust was established, he would convince victims to engage in private video calls or share intimate chats.

Unbeknownst to the victims, Tomar had pre-recorded or AI-manipulated nude images and video content ready. He would superimpose victims' faces onto explicit content using basic editing tools or deepfake apps and then threaten to leak these on social media unless paid large sums of money.

A video clip has surfaced, reportedly from one of his operations, showing Tomar imitating a female voice during video calls—adding another layer to his deception.

Sextortion & Fake Investments: Double-Faced Fraud

Aside from sexual blackmail, Tomar also ran Telegram groups offering fake investment opportunities. Posing again as a woman or sometimes even a financial advisor, he promised high returns through crypto schemes, forex trading, or online betting. Victims were asked to transfer money in phases—none of which was ever returned.

The police have confirmed that over 15 individuals were duped, and the total fraud amount currently stands at ₹25 lakh, though it may rise as more victims come forward.

Two mobile phones used in the crime were seized, which contained:

• Chat records
• Edited nude photos
• Screen recordings of video calls
• Bank transaction logs
• Scripts used to manipulate targets

Cyber Crime Crackdown: A Nationwide Pattern

The arrest of Tomar is part of a larger crackdown by Indian authorities on online sextortion and cyber fraud, crimes that have seen a massive spike in the past two years. Just last month, authorities apprehended 20 cyber fraudsters linked to over 500 cases nationwide, highlighting the growing menace of digital deception.

A senior cyber crime official stated:

“Sextortion scams are evolving. Fraudsters now combine tech, emotion, and social media trends to manipulate victims. Public awareness is key to prevention.”

How to Stay Safe from Online Sextortion and Cyber Frauds

Experts suggest the following precautions to avoid falling victim:

Don’t accept friend requests from strangers, especially attractive-looking profiles with few followers.

Avoid engaging in explicit conversations or video calls with unknown individuals online.

Never share private content or personal financial details through social media or messaging apps.

Report suspicious activity immediately to cybercrime authorities via the National Cyber Crime Portal ().

Be cautious of "investment schemes" promising unusually high returns.

A Dangerous Mix of Emotion and Tech

The use of familiar, light-hearted phrases like “Mele Babu Ne Khana Khaya?” in a scam involving emotional manipulation and extortion reveals just how sophisticated and disturbing modern-day cyber crimes have become. While law enforcement continues to crack down on such networks, digital literacy and public awareness remain our strongest defense.