As Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga gets closer to its January 2027 release on Sony LIV, many people are searching for the family of the late Subrata Roy. Here is what has been publicly reported about them. This page sticks to public roles and reported facts, and leaves out personal details.
Swapna Roy, wife of Subrata Roy
Swapna Roy is Subrata Roy’s wife. She stayed largely out of the public eye during the years when Sahara was at its peak, and appeared mostly at family and group events. In the series, the role of Swapna Roy is reportedly played by actress Kritika Singh.
She has been named in later legal proceedings. In September 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a supplementary chargesheet in a Kolkata court in a money laundering case involving the Sahara group, and, according to India TV, the chargesheet names Subrata Roy’s wife and son among the accused. These are allegations by an investigating agency. No court has given a verdict.
Sushanto Roy
Sushanto Roy is one of the two sons. He was seen as a likely successor and was linked to the group’s businesses. He married Richa Ahuja in 2004. Some reports say he has lived abroad in recent years, and in 2025 media reports said the ED had taken action after he did not respond to its summons. These matters remain under legal process.
Seemanto Roy
Seemanto Roy is the other son. He married Chandni Toor. Like his brother, he has kept a low profile, and he was reported to be abroad at the time of his father’s death in November 2023.
The 2004 Lucknow wedding
In February 2004, Sushanto and Seemanto were married in a double wedding at Sahara Shahar in Lucknow. The event drew film stars, cricketers and political leaders, with reports estimating more than 11,000 guests. It is still remembered as one of the most lavish weddings in India, and it showed how much influence Sahara had at that time.
Chhabi Roy, Subrata Roy’s mother
Chhabi Roy was Subrata Roy’s mother. She died in May 2016, and it was after her death that the Supreme Court granted Subrata Roy parole from Tihar Jail. In Scam 2010, actor Moon Banerjee reportedly plays her.
The last rites in 2023
When Subrata Roy died in Mumbai on 14 November 2023, his body was taken to Lucknow. Both sons were reported to be abroad, and a grandson performed the last rites, according to media reports. This drew wide public attention at the time.
Has the family reacted to Scam 2010?
No public statement from the family about the series has been reported. The objections so far have come from Sahara India Pariwar, which in May 2024 called the series defamatory and said it was considering legal action.
Questions to think about
- How much of a public figure’s family life should a biographical series show?
- Should families of people depicted in such shows get a say before release?
- Do court cases involving family members change how viewers will see the series?
