She’s now an actress on the run, trying to flee who she claims is an “evil relative” who tortures her for money, a movie director who has been “spreading” wild rumours and yes, two industries that are now waiting for her to finish projects.
It’s no surprise then, the world is looking for actress Anjali.
But speaking to DC from a “safehouse” in Hyderabad, the actress, who starred in 'Seethamma Vakitlo...', reveals what went wrong over the past few years.
“I couldn’t take it any more. For the past few years, my aunt (a woman identified as Bharathy Devi) has been using me like an ATM. She’s actually my mother’s sister. My real parents are in Andhra Pradesh and there is a threat to their safety too.

“Bharathy, along with this director, Kalanjium has ruined my life. He is the one responsible for this mess. They were also linking me with many VIPs and tarnishing my image. All my bank accounts and property are under her control,” Anjali said.
“She was treating me like a slave. I recently suffered an electric shock on the sets of a movie. But Bharathy forced me to work the next day. They were saying that I did it for publicity. I was deeply hurt,” she added.
Even running away was not without risks for the actress. “They may even spread rumours saying I might have run away with someone…which is totally untrue,” she adds. “I will never ever go back to Chennai. If I’m injured or harmed in any way, I want it on record that Bharathy Devi and Kalanjium are responsible.”
Anjali’s Tollywood colleagues, meanwhile, are anxious. According to sources, the turmoil in the star’s life has put on hold two major productions —  'Balupu' and the 'Bol Bachchan' remake. Crew members say the actress has not been taking calls.
“She was supposed to shoot for 'Balupu' with Ravi Teja from April 1 to 7, but we are not sure if she has completed the schedule. Ever since she had an argument with Bharathy, she hasn’t been in touch,” says a source close to the actress, adding that it is was unclear if Anjali will complete shooting for the climax portions of Venkatesh’s film in Bengaluru.
For the 'Bol Bachchan' remake — where Anjali is playing Asin’s role — producers Ravi Kishore and Suresh Babu are hot on her trail.
“She had finished a good chunk of her work and had just 15 to 20 days left. We’re looking for her,” director Vijayabhaskar said.Meanwhile, Bharathy too, is in Hyderabad, offering money for clues. “I am ready to pay as much money as you want, please let me know where my daughter is,” she pleaded.