Sahil Khan has been Taken into Custody: Sahil Khan, an actor most recognized for his parts in movies from the early 2000s like Style and Xcuse Me, finds himself in the middle of a tropical storm. With the ongoing investigation into the alleged Rs 15,000 crore Mahadev betting app scam, Sahil was recently taken into custody by the Mumbai Police.
Both the online gambling business and the Indian entertainment sector have been shaken by the Mahadev betting app scandal. The program is thought to have gathered a substantial amount of money since it allegedly made it easier to gamble illegally on a variety of sports, including poker and cricket.
An investigation into the app and its functioning was started by the Crime Branch of the Mumbai Police. Finding the names of the app’s developers, promoters, and potential financial beneficiaries is the main goal of the inquiry. Authorities believe that certain financial and real estate companies and the app’s operators engaged in illegal operations.
Sahil Khan’s Involvement
During the investigation, Sahil Khan’s name came up, raising concerns regarding his suspected involvement with the Mahadev app. Khan was connected to “The Lion Book App,” another betting app that appears to be a part of the larger Mahadev network, according to sources.
Sahil’s arrest was made possible when the Bombay High Court denied his request for advance bail earlier in April. After that, the actor was captured in Chhattisgarh and returned to Mumbai to be questioned in more detail.
Although Sahil’s level of involvement is yet unknown, investigators will probably look closely at his phone records, financial records and any relationships he may have with other people involved in the case.
The Legal Environment of Online Gambling
The Mahadev betting app case serves as a reminder of how common internet gambling is becoming in India. The increasing number of smartphones and growing internet usage have made it easier to access online gambling services. However, India’s online gambling laws continue to be complicated.
While some states have passed specialized laws to control internet gambling, others have not. Because of the grey area created by this lack of consistency, it is challenging to police laws and take action against illegal gaming businesses.
The Mahadev case is probably going to restart the discussion over Indian laws governing internet gaming. The enormous amount of money at stake highlights the possible dangers of these platforms and the requirement for stronger controls to stop illegal activity.