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- By Swati Singh
- Mon, 29 Apr 2024 08:45 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Mumbai police recently took actor Sahil Khan into custody following allegations of his involvement with the Mahadev betting app, especially after his bail application was denied. The investigation has extended to include several top-tier Bollywood celebrities. Khan, known for his promotional work for The Lion Book brand under M/s. Isports247, has defended himself by stating that his role was limited to brand promotion, denying any direct involvement with the betting operations. His arrest sheds light on the possible links between Bollywood personalities and betting platforms.
Let us explore other Bollywood actors who are currently being scrutinized by the Enforcement Directorate due to their supposed connections with the Mahadev Betting Scam:
Bollywood Celebs Under Scanner In Mahadev Betting App Scam
Ranbir Kapoor
In October 2023, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) broadened its investigative scope into the Mahadev online betting app scandal by summoning Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor. This move was a part of a wider effort to untangle the complexities of the case.
Tamannaah Bhatia
The Maharashtra cyber cell recently issued summons to actress Tamannaah Bhatia for her alleged role in promoting the viewing of Indian Premier League (IPL) matches through Fairplay. This platform is a subsidiary of the Mahadev online gaming and betting application.
Huma Qureshi & Hina Khan
Actresses Huma Qureshi and Hina Khan were called in by the authorities to shed light on their roles in endorsing a particular app. The investigation seeks to delve into details such as the compensation they received for their promotional activities. According to the Enforcement Directorate, there is a possibility that the money they were paid could be linked to criminal activities, hence the scrutiny into these transactions.
Kapil Sharma
In October 2023, the investigation agency issued summons to comedian and actor, Kapil Sharma. This action was taken because he attended an event that was organised by Saurabh Chandrakar, who is the founder of the Mahadev app.
Shraddha Kapoor
In October 2023, actress Shraddha Kapoor was called upon by the Enforcement Directorate to participate in the investigation surrounding the Mahadev betting app case. The agency sought her involvement to further understand the details and her potential connections to the case.
