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Thackeray Grandson Loses ₹19k to Cyber Fraud
9 Nov
Summary
- Aaishvary Thackeray lost ₹19,638.15 to fraudulent bank transactions.
- The transactions were made overseas, initiating a police investigation.
- An FIR has been registered against an unknown cyber fraudster.
Aaishvary Thackeray, grandson of Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray, recently fell victim to a significant cyber fraud incident. On October 30, 2026, while at his Andheri residence, Thackeray received multiple text messages indicating unauthorized deductions from his bank account. Within minutes, a total of ₹19,638.15 was fraudulently debited.
In response to the cyberattack, Thackeray promptly filed a complaint at the Oshiwara police station. Authorities have initiated an investigation, with preliminary findings suggesting the fraudulent transactions were made overseas. An FIR has been registered against an unidentified cyber fraudster under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act.
Thackeray, 30, has a background in filmmaking, having worked as an assistant director on 'Bajirao Mastani' and made his acting debut in Anurag Kashyap's 'Nishaanchi' (2025). He also has interests in music, contributing to various film soundtracks. He is slated to appear in the upcoming film 'Beparwah' on March 26, 2027.
