Srabanti Chatterjee's PA arrested for rape in Howrah; actress cuts ties
Synopsis
Srabanti Chatterjee's personal assistant and event manager Arghya Mukherjee has been arrested on rape charges in Howrah, with the actress publicly cutting ties via social media. The complainant — reportedly his colleague — alleges the assault occurred on 12 April; a formal complaint was filed two months later. The case spotlights how public figures navigate accountability when associates face serious criminal charges.
Key Takeaways
Arghya Mukherjee , personal assistant of Bengali actress Srabanti Chatterjee , was arrested on rape charges on Sunday night by Chatterjeehat Police Station, Howrah .
The complainant, reportedly a colleague, alleged she was raped at the accused's residence on 12 April ; she filed a written complaint on 12 June .
The accused was produced before a Howrah court on 13 July and remanded to police custody under multiple non-bailable sections including rape.
Mukherjee was an employee of event management firm Talentwala , associated with the actress since 2024 .
Srabanti Chatterjee issued a public social media statement discontinuing Mukherjee as her manager and requesting Talentwala to act accordingly.
The personal assistant of acclaimed Bengali actress Srabanti Chatterjee was arrested on rape charges by Chatterjeehat Police Station in Howrah district on Sunday night, police confirmed on Monday, 13 July. The accused was produced before a Howrah court on Monday and remanded to police custody under multiple non-bailable sections, including rape.
What the Complaint States
According to police sources, the complainant — reportedly a colleague of the accused at an event management company — alleged that on 12 April, she visited the accused's residence in the Chatterjeehat area for work-related purposes, where he allegedly raped her. She subsequently filed a written complaint at Chatterjeehat Police Station on 12 June, nearly two months after the alleged incident.
Based on her complaint, police registered a rape case and launched a formal investigation. The accused was arrested on Sunday night and produced before the court the following morning. No further details about the incident have been disclosed by police, the accused, or the complainant's family, according to reports.
The Accused's Background
Police sources indicate the accused, identified as Arghya Mukherjee, residing at 13 Ananta Deb Mukherjee Lane, Sastitala, Howrah, worked for an event management firm called Talentwala. He was introduced to Srabanti Chatterjee by the company to manage her schedule and events, reportedly since 2024.
Actress Severs All Professional Ties
Following news of the arrest, Srabanti Chatterjee publicly distanced herself from her former manager through a social media post. In the post, the actress stated: 'I have been managed by one person namely Arghya Mukherjee residing at 13 Ananta Deb Mukherjee Lane, Sastitala, Howrah. As Talentwala company was associated with me to manage my schedule and events since 2024 and he being an employee of Talentwala was introduced to me by the said company.'
She added: 'Presently it came to my knowledge that he is facing a criminal case against him which is quite disturbing to me and though I have no personal knowledge about his personal conduct to anybody. I hereby discontinue him to be my manager till further notice and requested Talentwala too to keep this in record and do the needful. This is for information to everyone.'
What Happens Next
The accused remains in police custody following Monday's court production. Investigators are expected to question him further as the case proceeds. No statement has been issued by Talentwala as of Monday. The matter is being heard by a court in Howrah, and further legal proceedings will determine the charges framed against the accused.
Point of View
And on what basis? Srabanti Chatterjee's statement is careful — she explicitly says she has 'no personal knowledge about his personal conduct' — which is legally prudent but also underscores how little vetting may occur when celebrities rely on third-party management firms. The two-month gap between the alleged incident and the formal complaint, and the subsequent arrest timeline, will come under scrutiny as the case proceeds. Courts in West Bengal have faced criticism for delays in rape case hearings; how swiftly this matter is heard will be a test of that system.
NationPress
13 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Arghya Mukherjee and why was he arrested?
Arghya Mukherjee is the personal assistant and event manager of Bengali actress Srabanti Chatterjee, employed through firm Talentwala. He was arrested by Chatterjeehat Police Station in Howrah on Sunday night on charges of rape filed by a colleague who alleged he assaulted her at his residence on 12 April.
What did Srabanti Chatterjee say about the arrest?
Srabanti Chatterjee issued a public social media statement saying she was 'disturbed' to learn of the criminal case and immediately discontinued Mukherjee as her manager. She also requested Talentwala to take note and act accordingly, while clarifying she had no personal knowledge of his conduct toward others.
When did the alleged incident occur and when was the complaint filed?
The complainant alleged the rape occurred on 12 April at the accused's home in the Chatterjeehat area of Howrah. She filed a formal written complaint at Chatterjeehat Police Station on 12 June — approximately two months after the alleged incident.
What is the current legal status of the accused?
Arghya Mukherjee was produced before a court in Howrah on Monday, 13 July, and remanded to police custody. He has been booked under multiple non-bailable sections, including rape. The investigation is ongoing.
What is Talentwala and what is its connection to this case?
Talentwala is an event management company that introduced Arghya Mukherjee to Srabanti Chatterjee to manage her schedule and events, reportedly since 2024. Chatterjee has requested the firm to record her decision to discontinue Mukherjee's services. Talentwala had not issued a public statement as of Monday.
