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Mother-in-Law Arrested in Ex-Actress's Death Probe
28 May
Summary
- CBI arrested Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law on May 28, 2026.
- Allegations include dowry harassment and forcing an abortion.
- Sharma expressed distress over her marriage in last messages.
The death of former actress Twisha Sharma, 33, has led to the arrest of her mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, by the CBI on May 28, 2026. Sharma had reportedly pleaded with her parents to rescue her from a "toxic marriage," expressing concerns about her husband questioning her integrity.
Singh, a former judge, faces accusations including dowry harassment, attempting to destroy evidence, and forcing Sharma to terminate a pregnancy. The CBI stated that injuries were found on Sharma's body, and her in-laws could not provide an explanation. A WhatsApp chat indicated that Sharma's character was questioned after her pregnancy was revealed.
Sharma, originally from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, was found dead at her husband's home on May 12, 2026. She had married her husband, Samarth, in December 2025 after meeting on a dating app. Her last messages to a friend revealed her anxiety and a desire for a meaningful life beyond marriage.
