Mumbai Court Orders FIR Against Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar in Fraud Case

Director Ali Abbas Zafar and associates face serious allegations of cheating and forgery in connection with the production of 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'.

• The Bandra Metropolitan Magistrate Court directed police to file an FIR against Ali Abbas Zafar, Himanshu Mehra, and Ekesh Randive for charges including cheating, forgery, and criminal breach of trust.
• Producer Vashu Bhagnani alleged that Zafar and his associates siphoned off funds and manipulated accounts during the production of the 2024 film 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'.
• The court deemed the allegations, supported by documents such as agreements and payment records, to be serious and requiring thorough investigation.
• Bhagnani claims the production budget escalated from Rs. 125 crores to Rs. 154 crores due to unauthorized expenses, including luxury accommodations for Zafar and his team.
• The case includes accusations of submitting forged documents and breaching contractual agreements, with the court labeling the offenses as cognizable and non-bailable.

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