The Maharashtra Cyber Cell has summoned actor Tamannaah Bhatia regarding her alleged involvement in promoting the FairPlay app, a subsidiary of the Mahadev online gaming platform. This move comes in light of suspicions that the app was illegally streaming Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, without proper authorization.
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Upcoming appearance
Ms. Bhatia is expected to appear before the Maharashtra Cyber Cell on April 29 to address these allegations formally. This appearance marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the alleged illegal streaming activities related to IPL matches.
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Celebrity involvement
The investigation has also extended to singer Badshah and the management teams of actors Sanjay Dutt and Jacqueline Fernandez. These celebrities are believed to have played a role in promoting the FairPlay app, which is at the center of the controversy.
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What’s behind the summons?
The allegations against the FairPlay app stem from its unauthorized broadcasting of IPL matches, causing substantial financial losses to Viacom 18, which held exclusive broadcasting rights for the cricket tournament. This unauthorized streaming has raised legal concerns and triggered a robust investigative response.
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FairPlay platform operations
FairPlay, targeted at Indian audiences, operates as a betting platform offering live streams of various sports, including cricket, football, and tennis. Alongside its entertainment offerings, the platform allows users to engage in gambling activities, contributing to the broader regulatory scrutiny faced by such platforms in the gaming and betting industry.
