Tamannaah Bhatia Questioned by ED in Cryptocurrency Scam Investigation

The actress was interrogated in connection with the HPZ Token app scam, which allegedly defrauded investors through false Bitcoin mining promises.

Tamannaah Bhatia provided a statement to the Enforcement Directorate under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
The investigation pertains to the HPZ Token app, accused of duping investors with promises of high returns from Bitcoin mining.
Bhatia reportedly received funds for a celebrity appearance at an event related to the app but faces no incriminating charges.
The scam involved 299 entities, including 76 with Chinese connections, and is linked to illegal online gaming and betting operations.
The ED has seized assets worth over ₹455 crore in connection with the scam, which began in June 2021.