Claim of ₹15 Crore Transfer From Raj Kundra to Shilpa Shetty Is False, Says Actress’ Lawyer

Shilpa Shetty Denies Receiving ₹15 Crore From Raj Kundra; Legal Team Calls Reports “Fake and Malicious”

Amid reports claiming that businessman Raj Kundra diverted about ₹15 crore to a company owned by actress Shilpa Shetty, her legal team has issued a strong denial, calling the allegations “fake, mischievous and intentionally planted” to tarnish her image.

Shilpa’s Lawyer Responds

In an official statement, Shetty’s lawyer said:

“This piece of information is totally fake and mischievous, intentionally planted in the public domain to defame my client. No such amount was ever received by Mrs. Shilpa Shetty Kundra.”

The statement further noted that the actress is prepared to take legal action:

Criminal proceedings and civil damages will be pursued against outlets that published the “false” reports. Petitions are being moved before the Bombay High Court seeking relief against the “defamatory campaign.”

Media organisations that circulated unverified claims will “face consequences in the court of law.” The lawyer also added that while Shetty is ready to cooperate with investigating agencies, defamatory news articles will be challenged as they infringe her fundamental rights.

Background: Raj Kundra ₹60 Crore Cheating Case

In August 2025, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) booked Raj Kundra, Shilpa Shetty, and another unnamed individual in connection with an alleged ₹60.4 crore cheating case.

Businessman Deepak Kothari filed the complaint, alleging that he was defrauded through investments made between 2015 and 2023 in the couple’s now-defunct company, Best Deal TV Pvt Ltd. According to him, the funds were meant for business expansion but were instead misused for personal expenses.