Priyanka, Katrina face IT raids

Their homes and offices under Income Tax scanner

ncome Tax sleuths have raided the offices and homes of Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra this morning (January 24) in connection with alleged tax evasion cases, an official said.

The raids started around 7.30am simultaneously at 12 sites, including the residences of the two actresses in the western suburbs. Priyanka's home in Versova, Andheri West, was raided.

Also raided were the homes of their secretaries, their respective office premises and other locations, the official said.

The IT department is investigating whether the two actresses have paid taxes proportionate to their known sources of income during the past year.

Both Katrina and Priyanka are top B'wood stars working with leading film banners, besides endorsing top brands and participating in the major stage shows in India and abroad.

The raids are still continuing.