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Aditi Rao Hydari Warns Fans of Impersonator Scam on WhatsApp
16 Nov
Summary
- Aditi Rao Hydari discovers impostor using her photos and name on WhatsApp
- Impostor contacting photographers with fake photoshoot requests
- Aditi urges followers to be cautious and report any suspicious activity
On November 16, 2025, Bollywood actress Aditi Rao Hydari took to Instagram to alert her fans and industry colleagues about an impersonation scam targeting her. Aditi revealed that an unidentified person has been posing as her on WhatsApp, using her photographs and name to reach out to various photographers with fraudulent requests for photoshoots.
The 'Heeramandi' star explained that the impostor has been displaying Aditi's number under the label "aditi rao hydari" while contacting multiple individuals in the industry. Aditi clarified that she does not personally reach out for work opportunities and that all her professional communications go through her team.
Aditi expressed her gratitude to those who immediately informed her about the scam attempt, stating, "Thank you to all those who have my back and are so protective and kind." The actress urged her followers to be cautious and avoid engaging with the suspicious number, advising them to inform her team if they come across any similar incidents.
Aditi's last major project was the Hindi web series 'Heeramandi,' which received positive reviews from audiences. Her most recent film, the Dulquer Salmaan-starrer 'Hey Sinamika,' also turned out to be a box office success earlier this year.
