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Nidhhi Agerwal Appears Before Enforcement Directorate in Alleged Illegal Betting App Case; Wears Face Mask

Officials questioned Nidhhi Agerwal over alleged social media promotion of illegal betting apps in a case that began with a complaint under the Public Gambling Act.

  • On Wednesday, Actor Nidhhi Agerwal appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Hyderabad for questioning in connection with an ongoing betting app promotion investigation.
  • The investigation stems from a complaint filed last year by businessman Phanindra Sarma, who alleged violations of the Public Gambling Act of 1867 after social media advertisements influenced local youth to invest in gambling apps.
  • Agerwal previously faced questioning by the Crime Investigation Department in Hyderabad months prior in connection with the same inquiry.
  • Separately, The Supreme Court plans to hear petitions demanding strict regulation of both online and offline betting applications, marking a new phase in the legal battle.
  • Officials questioned Agerwal, who recently starred in the Prabhas-led film The Raja Saab, over her alleged promotion of illegal betting applications.
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Nidhi Agarwal, a famous actress of Telugu and Tamil cinema, is facing legal trouble. She has been questioned for promoting an illegal betting app. She appeared before the Enforcement Directorate officials today (August 19) for questioning.

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Times of India broke the news in India on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
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