BB 16's Shiv Thakare, Abdu Rozik summoned by ED as witnesses in money laundering case

Bigg Boss 16 contestants Shiv Thakare and Abdu Rozik have reportedly been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate in a high-profile money laundering case involving alleged drug peddler Ali Asghar Shirazi's Hustlers' Hospitality. According to reports, Shiv Thakare was the latest to get a summon from ED, while the investigating agency had previously asked his BB16 co-contestant, Abdu Rozik, to appear before it. They were summoned as witnesses.

About the case

As per a Free Press Journal report, Ali Asghar Shirazi had floated Hustlers' Hospitality Pvt Ltd which financed many start-ups, including that of Shiv Thakare and Abdu Rozik. The company reportedly made money through narco-funding. Shiv's Thakare food and snack restaurant, while Abdu's Burgiir, a burger brand, also had investments from Shirazi. The report further added that both the BB16 contestants had terminated their contracts after learning about Shirazi's involvement in the narco business.

Shiv Thakare's testimony to ED

According to reports, Shiv Thakare disclosed to the ED in his testimony that he had met Hustlers Hospitality director Krunal Ojha in 2022–2023 through a third party. He received an offer from Krunal to partner on the Thakare Chai and Snacks. Upon the agreement, Thakare Chai & Snacks received a significant financial investment from Hustlers Hospitality. However, when he was made aware of Shirazi's narco business, he terminated his contract with the company.

Despite announcing its launch, Shiv Thakare's restaurant never opened.

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