As per a report from the Free Press Journal, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) recently summoned and interrogated Shiv Thakare, a participant on the reality show Bigg Boss 16, in relation to an alleged money laundering case linked to the alleged drug lord Ali Asghar Shirazi. Thakare’s statement was record as a witness in this investigation. The ED also called in Abdu Rozik, another contestant from Bigg Boss 16, to appear before them for questioning.
Read Also : No Criminal Charges: Relief For US Cop Who Killed Indian Student
Shiv Thakare, Abdu Rozik summoned
Per the portal, Ali Asghar Shirazi had floated Hustlers’ Hospitality Pvt Ltd., which financed several startups including that of Shiv Thakare and Abdu Rozik. The company apparently made money through narco-fundinging in several startup projects, including Thakare Chai and Snacks, a food and snack brand and a restaurant.
Abdu Rozik also ventured into the fast food startup scene with Burgiir, a burger brand, in partnership with Hustlers Hospitality Through Hustlers. Reportedly, Ali Asghar Shirazi made substantial investments in Burgiir. According to Free Press Journal sources, both Shiv and Abdu Rozik terminated their contracts after learning about Ali Asghar Shirazi’s reported involvement in narco business. Earlier in 2023, Abdu Rozik had opened his burger restaurant in Mumbai; several celebs, including Sonu Sood had attended the opening bash.
Read Also : Hafeez Reveals Fitness Neglect During Babar Azam’s Captaincy
More details about this Case
According to sources, during his statement to the ED, Shiv Thakare revealed that he met Krunal Ojha, the director of Hustlers Hospitality, through someone in 2022-23. Krunal offered him a partnership deal for the Thakare Chai and Snacks. According to the contract, Hustlers Hospitality invested a substantial amount of money in Thakare Chai & Snacks.
Read Also : BharatGPT: AI model backed by Mukesh Ambani to launch in March