In a major development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday issued summons against Bigg Boss 16 contestants- Shiv Thakare and Abdu Rozik. Shiv Thakare and Abdu Rozik are among the most loved contestants & TV personalities in India. Both of them share a brotherly bond as well. In fact, they were also seen in the reality TV show Khatron Ke Khiladi together. Now, the question arises why did ED summon Abdu Rozik and Shiv Thakare? Below is everything you need to know-
Why did ED summon Shiv Thakare and Abdu Rozik?
The answer is money laundering case. ED has already summoned and questioned Shiv Thakare in an alleged money laundering case linked with alleged drug lord Ali Asghar Shirazi. As per reports, Shiv Thakare's statement was recorded as a witness in this case. The ED also summoned his Bigg Boss 16 co-contestant Abdu Rozik to appear before it.
Reports suggest that 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.
Talking about Abdu Rozik, he 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. Reports suggest that both Shiv and Abdu terminated their contracts after learning about Ali Asghar Shirazi's reported involvement in narco business. Earlier in 2023, Abdu had opened his burger restaurant in Mumbai; several celebs, including Sonu Sood had attended the opening bash.