Actor Sahil Khan Arrested in Mahadev Betting App Case, Says 'I Believe In India's Judiciary'

The Mumbai Police arrested actor and influencer Sahil Khan for his alleged involvement in the Mahadev betting app case. He was apprehended by the Mumbai cyber cell’s Special Investigating Team (SIT) in Chhattisgarh after his plea for pre-arrest bail was rejected by the Bombay High Court. He has been sent to police custody till May 1.

Earlier, the SIT had called Sahil and three others for questioning in December 2023, but he did not show up. He claimed to be just a brand promoter under a contract with M/s. Isports247, promoting The Lion Book brand, and denied direct association with the betting platform. However, the police said he was a co-owner of the app. He has been brought to Mumbai via Raipur. According to the police, he was the partner in Lotus App 247. After being brought to Mumbai, the actor said, “I believe in the judiciary of the country.”

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Sahil had earlier said that his contract was for 24 months, with a monthly payment of 3 lakhs for posting promotional videos on his social media. Despite this, the court dismissed his bail plea, citing his direct involvement in the illegal operation. Known for his roles in Style and Excuse Me, Sahil now focuses on fitness, having founded Divine Nutrition, which offers fitness supplements.

Back in 2023, it was reported that the crime branch, conducting an inquiry into the Mahadev betting app case, summoned Sahil Khan and three others to record their statements on December 15. However, Khan did not present himself before the police for investigation and continued to engage on social media during that period. He even posted a picture of himself sitting in a pool with the caption, “Good morning, Jumma Mubarak.” This has drawn attention and criticism as he seemingly ignored the police summons.

According to reports in IANS, authorities mentioned that Sahil Khan, as a fitness expert and YouTuber, allegedly put together celebrity gatherings with the intention of promoting the app and enticing more individuals to use it. The case, under simultaneous investigation by the Enforcement Directorate, had brought several other Bollywood actors under scrutiny following crackdown on various betting and gaming apps by different agencies.