Chirayu Rana, a 35-year-old principal at investment firm Bregal Sagemount, filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against JPMorgan executive Lorna Hajdini shortly after leaving his job on April 2, 2026. His claims included serious allegations of drugging and coercion, which have now been labeled as completely unfounded.
Following an internal investigation by JPMorgan, the firm found no evidence to support Rana’s accusations. A spokesperson for JPMorgan stated, “We don’t believe there’s any merit to these claims.” Meanwhile, Hajdini’s allies have come forward to defend her, with one saying, “He has tarnished her with a complete fabrication.”
Rana’s lawsuit, initially filed under the pseudonym John Doe, alleges that he was drugged with Viagra and kept as a ‘sex slave.’ These shocking claims raised eyebrows in the financial services community, especially considering his professional history at major Wall Street firms like Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse.
Rana departed from Bregal Sagemount without a public announcement. His exit from the firm came after he filed an internal complaint in 2025 regarding his treatment at JPMorgan. Observers note that this situation could impact both individuals’ reputations in a competitive industry.
Key facts:
- Rana worked at Bregal Sagemount from October 20, 2025 to April 2, 2026.
- The value of Rana’s family home in Fairfax County, VA is estimated at $1.7 million.
- Rana sought millions in a payoff to leave JPMorgan.
Lorna Hajdini, aged 37, has categorically denied all allegations against her. The internal review by JPMorgan further complicates Rana’s position as he faces scrutiny over the nature of his claims. With no evidence found to back his assertions, the path forward for both parties remains uncertain.
