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Tokyo — Bit of a scandal brewing in the capital this week as the ever-colourful Dewi Sukarno, also known widely as Dewi Fujin, has found herself in the middle of a police investigation.
The 85-year-old socialite and TV personality was reportedly referred to prosecutors by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police on suspicion of assault — though no arrests have been made.
The incident in question took place back in February at a restaurant in Shibuya.
According to sources close to the investigation, Dewi Sukarno was out having dinner with around six people, one of whom was a female employee from her own office.
Things apparently got a bit heated over dinner — the topic being politics and entertainment. Not exactly your average casual chat.
At some point during the argument, it's alleged that Dewi hurled a glass, possibly even a champagne flute, at the woman.
Other objects on the table may have flown as well, police say.
Fortunately, the woman wasn’t injured.
No cuts, no bruises — just a dramatic night and, probably, a ruined outfit.
Now, Dewi’s not taking this quietly.
デヴィ・スカルノさん（85）書類送検 事務所の女性従業員にグラスなど投げつけた疑い 「投げつけておりません」容疑否認 警視庁
— サキガケ (@nihonpatriot) April 16, 2025
デヴィ夫人は当時、6人ほどで食事をしていて、政治活動や芸能活動の方針をめぐり女性と口論となり、テーブルにあったグラスなどを投げつけたということです。 pic.twitter.com/FKk7mtRbIR
She’s firmly denying the accusations, telling investigators that she "did not throw any glasses or objects" at anyone.
"I may have raised my voice — who doesn’t? But throw something? Absolutely not," she was quoted as saying during a voluntary questioning session.
The woman on the receiving end, reportedly still working under Dewi’s brand, hasn’t spoken publicly about the incident.
Dewi Sukarno, for those who need a quick refresher, was once the First Lady of Indonesia as the wife of President Sukarno.
In Japan, she’s known for her bold fashion, TV appearances, and saying exactly what she thinks — sometimes a bit too bluntly.
The case now sits with the prosecutors, who’ll decide whether to pursue formal charges or leave it at that.
Dewi, meanwhile, continues her usual business, seemingly unfazed, though the court of public opinion has certainly lit up online.