* 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ Actress Masumi Mevawalla Accused of Cheating and Forgery for the Seventh Time
Mumbai / Reporter :- Bangur Nagar Police have arrested television actress turned entrepreneur Masumi Mevawalla, along with her father Rajesh Mevawalla and brother Bhargav Mevawalla, for allegedly cheating a senior citizen of ₹1.17 crore by inducing him to invest in a fraudulent business scheme.
According to police, the trio has been booked under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, as well as the Maharashtra Protection of Interest of Depositors (MPID) Act. All three accused were produced before a court and have been remanded to police/judicial custody till December 18, 2025.
* How the Fraud Allegedly Took Place :- Police officials said the complainant, a 60 year old senior citizen, was allegedly lured into investing in what was projected as a profitable food business involving the supply of samosas and vada pav.
The victim reportedly invested ₹1.17 crore after being promised high returns. However, after receiving the money, the accused allegedly stopped responding and later switched off their mobile phones. When repeated attempts to recover the money failed, the victim approached the police, leading to the registration of an FIR.
* Background of the Accused :- Masumi Mevawalla rose to fame through popular television serials such as “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi,” “Kutumb,” and “Kusum.” She later transitioned into the fashion industry and founded Pink Peacock Couture.
Her father, Rajesh Mevawalla, owns Fountain Dry Fruit, a shop located opposite the Bombay High Court.
* Multiple FIRs and Past Cases :- Police sources revealed that the Mevawalla family is facing at least seven FIRs registered at different police stations across Mumbai and other regions. Several of these cases involve allegations of cheating, forgery, criminal breach of trust and violations under the MPID Act.
Notably, Masumi Mevawalla has reportedly been accused of similar offences for the seventh time.
In one previous case registered at Byculla Police Station (CR No. 598/2021), the accused had allegedly assured the court of depositing ₹50 lakh to show bona fide intentions, following which bail was granted. However, according to complainants, the promised amount was never fully repaid.
Police also stated that multiple cheque-bouncing cases are pending against the accused family.
* Senior Citizens Allegedly Targeted :- Investigators claim the accused often targeted senior citizens, especially women, using emotionally persuasive tactics and promises of assured returns. Several complaints across police stations indicate a similar modus operandi.
* Police Action Appreciated :- Victims have welcomed the recent arrests and praised the Mumbai Police for taking decisive action after years of alleged financial misconduct.
Special appreciation has been extended to:
DCP Sandeep Jadhav (Unit-11)
Senior PI Ravindra Awhad, Bangur Nagar Police Station
Investigating Officer Pramod Bankar
Police said the accused were arrested from their residence in Lower Parel following technical surveillance and human intelligence inputs.
* Further Investigation Underway :- Mumbai Police confirmed that further investigation is ongoing to trace the money trail and identify additional victims. Authorities stated that more charges may be added based on documentary evidence and witness statements.