JPMorgan Chase has accused a former employee's sister of providing false testimony in a lawsuit where the ex-banker claims he was subjected to sexual servitude and racial discrimination by his former boss. The bank argues this alleged perjury warrants dismissal of the case.
In a filing submitted to the Manhattan federal court, JPMorgan asserted that Chirayu Rana enlisted his sister, Chandani Rana, and a friend, Allan Flott, to support his accusations against former executive Lorna Hajdini. Rana initially alleged that Hajdini coerced him into sexual acts and demanded subservient behavior.
Chandani Rana's initial sworn testimony reportedly stated she witnessed Hajdini kissing her brother on the neck and making demeaning remarks, such as "I own you, Brownie," which echoed Rana's claims of racism. However, Chandani Rana later retracted these statements, affirming that she had "never seen Ms. Hajdini engage in any inappropriate, sexual, harassing, threatening, or intoxicated conduct toward my brother or anyone else."
Flott had previously claimed Hajdini had invited him to join a threesome with Chirayu Rana, allegedly stating, "You know, I own Chirayu, so you’d better come join." JPMorgan suggests Flott was misled by Rana, though Flott has not yet withdrawn his account.
Chirayu Rana filed his lawsuit in April, alleging that Hajdini coerced him into sexual acts, including oral sex, and threatened his career if he did not comply. He also accused JPMorgan of fostering a racist environment and enabling sexual harassment.
Hajdini, who was terminated from her role, filed a countersuit in May, asserting that Rana's allegations were a deliberate scheme to tarnish her reputation and career. She is seeking compensation for damages.
JPMorgan and Hajdini are requesting that Rana cover their legal expenses, with Hajdini's attorney stating that the court can "put an end to this fraudulent litigation" and hold those responsible accountable.
Rana has reportedly faced difficulties securing legal representation for his case. His most recent attorney requested to withdraw, citing "irreconcilable differences," and a high-profile attorney had previously quit representing him in May. Another lawyer ceased representing Rana during pre-suit negotiations with JPMorgan.
Rana left JPMorgan in late 2025 to join private equity firm Bregal Sagemount. However, the firm terminated his employment in April after less than six months due to performance issues, according to reports.