Dr Abhineet Gupta Accuses Bigg Boss of Multi-Crore Fraud, Claims to Have Evidence

Recently, a case of fraud connected to Salman Khan’s popular reality TV show Bigg Boss surfaced. On Wednesday in Mumbai, well-known Bhopal-based cosmetic specialist Dr. Abhineet Gupta held a press conference, (Dr Abhineet Gupta Bigg Boss fraud) claiming that he was duped of ₹10 lakh in the name of Bigg Boss. During the event, he also presented phone recordings as evidence. Dr. Gupta named Priyanka Banerjee, Sonu Kuntal, and Karan Singh as the masterminds behind this scam. (Bigg Boss multi crore scam news)

Names Involved in the Fraud

Speaking to the media, Dr. Abhineet presented evidence and explained how Priyanka Banerjee, Sonu Kuntal, Harish Shah (Vice President, Endemol), and Karan Singh, along with others, (Dr Abhineet Gupta latest controversy) allegedly conspired with false promises of securing him an entry into Bigg Boss. This, he said, led to a huge financial loss of ₹10 lakh.

At the press conference, Dr. Abhineet claimed, “If anything I’m saying is proven false, I will pay ₹1 crore. The call recordings and chats are all genuine.” He further added, (Bigg Boss fraud case explained) “Priyanka Banerjee’s beauty pageant was held on July 5, 2022, while I transferred the money on October 28, 2022. Therefore, Priyanka’s claim that she took ₹10 lakh from me for PR and promotion is completely false. Priyanka has admitted over the phone that she would return ₹9 lakh. She also confessed that she took me to the Bigg Boss set and Endemol’s office.” (Dr Abhineet Gupta fraud allegations)

Dr. Abhineet continued, “I was abroad at the time, which is why I am holding this press conference now; otherwise, I would have responded right after Priyanka’s event. I will file a complaint against the producers. Such people are misleading the public. I will recover my money with interest, along with all expenses incurred. I am not afraid of any defamation case. I also have a phone recording of Karan Singh, (Dr Abhineet Gupta breaking news) in which he admits to having handed cash money to Harish Shah.”

Dr. Abhineet Says He Does Not Want to Malign the Entertainment Industry

Dr. Gupta clarified that the purpose of this press meeting was to highlight the trend of fraudsters within the entertainment industry who target professionals and public figures, (Dr Abhineet Gupta case updates) harassing them with false promises. He said the role of the press is crucial in bringing such matters to light and preventing others from falling prey to similar scams.

It’s worth noting that Dr. Abhineet Gupta was the first to address the media about the alleged fraud in a press conference. Following this, Priyanka Banerjee held her own conference to deny the allegations against her. Now, Dr. Gupta has held a second press conference to clarify facts, presenting multiple solid pieces of evidence, including phone call recordings, to support his claims. (Bigg Boss scam latest news 2025)

1. Who is Dr. Abhineet Gupta, and what happened to him?
   Dr. Abhineet Gupta is a dermatologist from Bhopal’s Poison Skin Clinic who was allegedly duped of ₹10 lakh in a fake “Bigg Boss entry” scam. He has lodged police complaints in both Bhopal and Mumbai.

2. How did the scam play out?
   In 2022, a man named Karan Singh—a claimed event director—promised Dr. Gupta a backdoor entry into Bigg Boss for ₹60 lakh and accepted ₹10 lakh as an advance. The entry never happened.

3. Was a formal complaint filed in this case?
   Yes, Dr. Gupta filed an FIR under Section 420 (cheating) of the IPC at Oshiwara Police Station, Mumbai, after the accused evaded all attempts at refund.

4. Are there other suspects in the case besides Karan Singh?
   Yes—at a press conference, Dr. Gupta revealed evidence implicating Priyanka Banerjee, Sonu Kuntal (who claims to be a producer), and Harish Shah (a senior Endemol exec), alongside Karan Singh.

5. Is the alleged fraud still under investigation?
   Yes—police in both Mumbai and Bhopal registered cases and are investigating whether Karan Singh and others scammed multiple individuals seeking reality show opportunities. 

6. Why would someone fall for a “Bigg Boss backdoor entry” offer?
   The show's immense popularity creates a strong desire among fans to participate, making them vulnerable to fraudsters promising illicit access via “connections.”

7. Are scams related to entering reality shows common?
   While not widespread, there have been multiple reported cases where fraudsters exploit fame-seekers with false promises of guaranteed entry into TV shows.

8. What legal recourse exists for such scams?
   Victims can file an FIR under IPC Section 420 (cheating), and police can investigate and prosecute the accused if sufficient evidence is available. 

9. How can one avoid falling victim to similar scams?
   Verify claims directly with show producers, never hand over advances for access to shows, and report suspicious individuals or offers to authorities. 

10. Has Dr. Gupta’s case received broader media attention beyond the scam?
    Yes—the case has become a cautionary tale highlighted by news outlets to warn others against the lure of false promises involving reality television access.

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