Alia Bhatt’s former personal assistant has been arrested for a ₹77 lakh fraud case.

By Aniket Chakraborty

July 9, 2025

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Vedika Shetty allegedly siphoned money using fake bills signed by Bhatt between 2022 and 2024.

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The fraud was uncovered after Alia’s mother, Soni Razdan, filed a police complaint in January.

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Vedika worked with Alia Bhatt from 2021 to 2024, managing finances and personal scheduling.

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Police say Shetty used professional tools to create fake travel and meeting expenses.

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The money was routed through a friend’s bank account to hide her direct involvement.

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After the complaint, Shetty fled across multiple states—Rajasthan, Karnataka, Pune, then Bengaluru.

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Juhu Police tracked her down in Bengaluru and arrested her after weeks on the run.

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She has been charged with cheating and criminal breach of trust under Indian Penal Code.

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Eternal Sunshine Productions and Alia Bhatt have yet to release an official statement.

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