Mumbai: Gay rave party busted; organiser,DJs held

The Oshiwara police raided a residence in Jogeshwari’s S V Road early on Sunday after being tipped off about a “gay rave party”.

Several film and television celebrities,including actor Bobby Darling,were present at the party,which had been organised without necessary permission. Although the police did not find any drugs,they penalised about 150 men for allegedly consuming alcohol and indulging in obscene acts. The police have arrested party organiser Tejas Yogani,who owns the Spanish Villa,and the DJs for playing music beyond permissible hours.

Police officers raided the place on SV Road,finding more than 350 people. The police said the organiser had sent an invite through an SMS which mentioned that for a Rs 450 entry fee,there would be unlimited alcohol and music till 4.30am.

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Bobby Darling said he received an SMS and got an invite as a paid celebrity guest,but he was unaware that the organiser did not have permission. He was let off as he had not consumed alcohol.

The organiser and the DJs will be presented before the court on Monday.