Ranbir and Shraddha Kapoor summoned in 'Mahadev' betting app case

Actors have been linked to the illegal app's promotions

In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor have been summoned for questioning in the high-profile Mahadev betting app case.

The case has gripped attention due to its widespread implications and the involvement of several prominent figures. India’s law enforcement agencies discovered a network of individuals involved in running a betting racket through a mobile application named 'Mahadev.' The app allowed users to place bets on various sporting events, including cricket matches, and it reportedly handled large sums of money.

Shraddha and Ranbir are the latest addition to the list of actors being summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Earlier on Thursday, the probe agency had summoned Huma Qureshi and Hina Khan for allegedly promoting the app and comedian Kapil Sharma for attending its success party in Dubai.

Ranbir, who was summoned on Wednesday, sought a two-week time from the probe agency to appear before it, as per Hindustan Times. The ED has yet to decide whether it will grant the actor that time. Ranbir, however, has not been summoned as an accused, but to understand his knowledge of the source of money he received to promote the betting app.

The summons issued to Ranbir and Shraddha Kapoor have raised eyebrows in the entertainment industry and among their fans. The actors have been asked to appear before the investigators to provide their statements and possibly shed light on any knowledge or involvement they might have in the case, according to a report by News 18.

The Bollywood actor has been a social media influencer for the online betting platform and has reportedly received payments for carrying out promotional activities for the app.

It is important to note that receiving a summons does not imply guilt. The actors are being called in for questioning as potential witnesses or individuals who might have information related to the case. However, this development has led to widespread speculation and media attention.

Celebrities have often found themselves in legal controversies, and in many cases, their involvement has been peripheral, related to their associations or endorsements. The summons to Ranbir and Shraddha may similarly be related to their professional connections or public appearances that could have inadvertently linked them to the betting app.

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