Actress Rhea Chakraborty has been summoned in connection with the alleged HIBOX app scam case by the Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) Unit of the Delhi Police Special Cell to join the investigation on Wednesday (October 9).

As a part of the investigation, the summons were issued on Thursday (October 3). The scam is regarding the HIBOX mobile application, which promised exorbitant daily returns to people who invested in it. There have been more than 500 complaints and many social media influencers and YouTubers allegedly promoting the app on their social media.

“The HIBOX app was at the centre of a carefully planned scam,” stated the Deputy Commissioner of Police (IFSO Special Cell), Hemant Tiwari. In the case, police have arrested Sivaram, the alleged mastermind behind the scam. They have also seized Rs 18 crore from four different bank accounts linked to him.

Rhea’s arrest comes a day after YouTuber Elvish Yadav and comedian Bharti Singh were summoned by the Delhi Police. The fraud scam involved a fraud of Rs 500 crore in connection with the application.

What Is Hibox App Scam Case?

Launched in February 2024, HIBOX stated high returns of 1 to 5 per cent for the people investing in it from February to June. Reportedly, 30,000 people invested in HIBOX. However, there have been no payments made since July and were reasoned technical issues, legal problems, and GST concerns.

After receiving complaints from 29 victims about the application on August August 16, the police began their investigation. On August 20, an FIR was registered under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, as well as provisions of the Information Technology Act. Many complaints were filed from the Cyber Northeast district, outer districts, Shahdara, and the NCRP portal.

Loved watching Salman Khan in ‘Kick’? If yes, then there’s great news for you all. Bollywood superstar, fondly known as ‘Bhaijaan’, is all set to come up with ‘Kick 2’.

On Friday, producer Sajid Nadiadwala took to Instagram and shared a candid photoshoot of Salman Khan. In the image, Salman can be seen flaunting his biceps.

However, it’s Sajid’s caption that caught everyone’s attention.

“It was a great Kick 2 photo shoot Sikandar.!!! From Grand Sajid Nadiadwala (sic),” he wrote, leaving fans excited.

Within no time, fans chimed in the comment section and expressed their excitement about ‘Kick 2’. “Super excited…can’t wait for Kick 2,” a social media user wrote. “Best news…all the best bhaijaan,” another user wrote.

Directed by Sajid Nadiadwala, ‘Kick’ was released in 2014. It also starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Randeep Hooda and Jacqueliene Fernandez. Meanwhile, Salman is busy shooting for ‘Sikandar’. A.R. Murugadoss is directing the film.

It is set to release next Eid. Recently, Salman shared a picture from the sets of the ‘Sikandar’.

In the picture, Salman is wearing a light blue shirt and smiling at a screen nearby. Film producer Sajid Nadiadwala and director Murugadoss can be seen sharing a laugh with him.”Looking forward to #Eid2025 with team #Sikandar #SajidNadiadwala’s #SikandarDirected by @a.r.murugadoss Releasing in cinemas EID 2025,” he captioned the post.

In May 2024, the production house officially announced the news on its social media handles that Rashmika Mandanna is part of the film.

“Welcoming the fabulous @rashmika_mandanna to star opposite @beingsalmankhan in #Sikandar! Can’t wait for their on-screen magic to unfold on EID 2025!,” the post read.

Rashmika also took to her Instagram Stories to post, “You guys for a long time have been asking me for the next update, and here it is. Surprise!! I’m truly grateful and honoured to be a part of Sikandar.” In the coming days, he will also be seen hosting the 18th of ‘Bigg Boss’.

Actor Jayam Ravi has been in the news ever since he announced his divorce from his wife Aarti on September 9. Later, he was rumoured to be dating Bengaluru-based singer Kenishaa Francis.

Now, he has once again grabbed the eyeballs as his alleged wedding picture with Priyanka Mohan went viral on the internet. In the picture, Jayam and Priyanka are posing for the lens, wearing garlands as newlyweds.

Netizens were shocked and confused upon seeing the picture on X. The viral photo has created quite a buzz on social media and fans are eagerly waiting to know the truth behind the picture.

While a section of social media users congratulated the couple, others pointed out that the photo is from the sets of their film. Neither Jayam Ravi nor Priyanka Mohan have reacted to the claims yet.

In September, Jayam shocked fans by announcing his divorce from his wife Aarti after 15 years of their marriage. However, he did not reveal the reason behind this decision.

In the statement, he wrote, “After much thought, reflections and discussions, I have taken the difficult decision to proceed with the dissolution of my marriage with Aarti. This decision was not made out of haste, and it stems from personal reasons that I believe are in the best interests of everyone involved.”

Aarti then took to social media and shared that the statement was released without her consent and knowledge. She wrote, “I was deeply shocked and saddened by the recent public announcement regarding our marriage, which was made without my knowledge or consent. After 18 years of shared history, I believe that such a significant matter should be handled with the grace, respect, and privacy that it deserves.”

Jayam and Aarti got married in 2009. The couple has two sons, Aarav and Ayaan. After their split, he was rumoured to be dating singer-spiritual healer Kenishaa Francis. However, both of them have denied the rumours of their relationship.

Jayam is currently in the process of getting a divorce from Aarti and he is also preparing for the release of his upcoming film, Brother. While his fans are waiting for the release of his film, his personal life has been the talk of the town.

Meanwhile, his upcoming rom-com film Brother is written and directed by M. Rajesh and is produced by Screen Scene Media Entertainment. It is scheduled to release on October 31, on the occasion of Diwali.