Bollywood’s Urvashi Rautela Summoned in Online Betting Apps Case, ED Interrogates Mimi Chakraborty
Former TMC MP and actress Mimi Chakraborty was also summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the illegal online betting case. The inquiry focuses on their reported role in promoting the controversial gambling app 1xBet, which is under investigation for money laundering and illegal operations.
Mimi Chakraborty Appears Before ED
Mimi Chakraborty presented herself before the ED on Monday, September 15, 2025, at its Delhi office. The agency is investigating her possible connections to 1xBet through advertisements and financial transactions.
- It remains unclear whether Chakraborty may have advertised the app in ways that authorities are currently scrutinizing.
- Sources suggest the ED is exploring her involvement in promotional activities related to the app.
The ED probe also examines how such portals are raising funds from users through surrogate advertising.
- Dozens of betting advertisements and links across various online platforms are being analyzed to determine if they were part of illegal or unregulated betting operations.
Urvashi Rautela Summoned Next
Following Chakraborty’s appearance, the ED has asked actress Urvashi Rautela to appear on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
- Rautela served as 1xBet’s Indian ambassador.
- Officials expect her to provide specifics on:
- The promotions she undertook for the app.
- Any financial transactions involved.
- Marketing strategies she implemented for the platform.
Broader Sweep Against Illegal Wagering Houses
The ED’s investigation is part of a wider government campaign against illegal betting and real-money gaming sites, which have proliferated across the country in recent years.
- These networks are accused of defrauding countless victims.
- They are also alleged to have evaded taxes worth millions of dollars.
Previously, the ED also questioned former Indian cricketers Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina regarding the 1xBet case.
- Officials are probing how endorsements from public figures may have facilitated the app’s operations.
- The investigation is also examining whether there were financial benefits tied to these endorsements.
Implications for the Entertainment Industry
The notice to Chakraborty and Rautela highlights the increasing scrutiny on celebrities involved in promoting online platforms, especially those allegedly engaged in unlawful operations.
- The case underscores the legal risks of endorsements.
- It demonstrates the importance of public figures exercising due diligence when associating with products or services.
As the probe continues:
- More individuals connected to 1xBet or similar platforms could face questioning.
- The investigation’s findings could have broader implications for the entertainment industry, particularly regarding ethical accountability in celebrity endorsements.
The ED’s inquiry into illegal online betting operations continues, signaling a tougher regulatory crackdown on such platforms in India. Authorities are expected to gather more evidence and interrogate additional individuals in the coming weeks, likely resulting in further developments.
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