Abdu Rozik summoned by ED for large-scale money laundering

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Bigg Boss 16 fame Abdu Rozik for a money laundering probe over his alleged connection with narcotics dealer Ali Asghar Shirazi.

Abdu Rozik, a musician from Tajikistan, rose to fame through his participation in season 16 of the renowned reality show Bigg Boss. During his tenure on the reality show, he not only amassed a significant fan base, but his banter with another contestant, Shiv Thakare, also made news at the time. The duo has once again made headlines, and for all the wrong reasons. Abdu Rozik and Shiv Thakare have been called as witnesses by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case involving drug financing. This was due to Ali Asghar Shirazi, the drug lord, sending money to Abdu’s Burger Joint, ‘Burgiir’, and Shiv’s ‘Thakare Chai and Snacks.’

Abdu Rozik questioned by ED over money laundering case

Although Shiv Thakare and Abdu Rozik both ended their business relationships with Hustlers Hospitality when they learned of the company’s connection to illegal substances, Thakare had already visited the emergency department. He disclosed that he had met with Krunal Ojha, the head of Hustlers Hospitality, and obtained financing through him. According to a ETimes According to the report, Abdu now appeared before the ED to testify in the same case. He received a call on February 27, 2024 at 1:30 PM.

Rozik’s lawyer Prashant Patil has explicitly stated that he is only involved as a prosecution witness against certain Kunal Oza, according to IndiaToday reports. “My client, Mr Abdu Rozik, was summoned by the Enforcement Directorate in the capacity of a prosecution witness against Mr Kunal Oza. As his duty to the law enforcement agencies in our country, Mr. Abdu Rozik traveled all the way from Dubai to give his statement under Section 50 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act,” Patil said.

In addition to stating that he had provided the necessary paperwork and assisted in the investigation, the attorney promised that he would continue to do so if necessary.

Abdu Rozik is on his Bigg Boss 16 journey

Abdu Rozik shared some insights about his Bigg Boss journey during an appearance on Vibezshow podcast. The internet sensation said in the same podcast that Salman Khan is a very nice person and people have praised him. He said that Salman loved him a lot and treated him nicely on the show. The singer had acknowledged that despite his positive experiences, the show was very challenging. He also clarified that the show is a challenge for family members who are watching it from both the outside and the inside.