Alia Bhatt's ex-PA arrested for cheating actress of Rs 77 lakhs; investigations underway

Vedika Prakash Shetty, who previously served as Alia Bhatt's personal assistant, has been apprehended by the Juhu Police. The arrest stems from allegations of financial misconduct, with Shetty accused of embezzling funds from both Bhatt's production company, Eternal Sunshine Productions Pvt Ltd, and directly from the actress's personal accounts.

According to initial reports, Shetty is suspected of having fraudulently acquired over Rs 77 lakh through unauthorized transactions. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to uncover the full extent of the alleged financial improprieties. They are also looking into the methods used to gain access to the funds and whether there were any accomplices involved.

As the investigation proceeds, neither Alia Bhatt nor her representatives have released an official statement regarding the matter. This silence may be due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, as any premature comments could potentially compromise the legal proceedings. The public and media are awaiting further details as the case develops.

Alia Bhatt established Eternal Sunshine Productions in 2021, with the goal of producing "happy films" that emphasize "real, timeless, and warm and fuzzy tales." The production company's debut project was "Darlings," a collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment. The film, which stars Alia Bhatt alongside Vijay Varma and Shefali Shah, is currently available for streaming on Netflix.

Alia Bhatt is currently engaged in the production of Alpha, a film within the Spy Universe, where she stars alongside Sharvari Wagh. The release of Alpha is scheduled for December 25, 2025.

In addition to Alpha, Alia Bhatt is set to reunite with her husband, Ranbir Kapoor, for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War. The film will also feature Vicky Kaushal in a leading role.

Alia Bhatt also made a memorable debut at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. She graced the red carpet in a soft nude Schiaparelli gown from the Spring 2025 couture collection, styled by Rhea Kapoor. Her closing ceremony look, a custom Gucci saree—the brand's first bespoke saree—was particularly iconic.