Bigg Boss Marathi Fame Divya Shinde Faces Serious Charges In Pune Assault Case

Bigg Boss Marathi fame Divya Shinde has been booked by Pune Police in connection with an alleged assault and extortion case. A complaint filed by retired government doctor Dr Vidyadhar Gaikwad accuses Shinde and several others of demanding ₹5 lakh and assaulting him at his Pune residence. The case includes serious charges such as extortion, criminal intimidation, causing hurt and attempt to murder.

According to a report by The Indian Express, the complaint was registered at Kalepadal police station. The allegations stem from an earlier event organised by the Karunadeep Foundation at Balgandharva Auditorium between September 1 and 3. Police are now examining the allegations and have obtained CCTV footage from the residential complex.

Gaikwad is associated with the Karunadeep Foundation, which organised the Kala Avishkar Mahotsav in Pune. His brother Mahendra alleged that Shinde attended the event despite not being invited. He further claimed that she later said her presence had helped promote the programme and demanded ₹5 lakh.

According to the complaint, around ₹50,000 was transferred to Shinde. However, Mahendra alleged that the demand for the remaining amount continued afterward. He also claimed that Shinde visited Gaikwad's home in Mohammadwadi on September 17 while seeking the money.

The complaint alleges that the situation escalated on September 24. At around 8.30 pm, Shinde and several others allegedly arrived at Gaikwad's residence in Nyati Highlands and demanded ₹5 lakh. Gaikwad was allegedly attacked with a wooden stick, belt and metal utensil during the incident.

The complainant further alleged that items inside the house were damaged during the confrontation. He also claimed that the accused threatened to kill him if the money was not paid and that his son was threatened as well. Police have said CCTV footage from the residential complex forms part of their investigation into the allegations.

Divya Shinde is a social media influencer who is also known by the name “Sarkar.” She gained wider recognition after appearing on Bigg Boss Marathi 6 earlier this year. Her stint on the reality show ended in February after a controversy surrounding statements that were reported as threats toward fellow contestants.

Before joining the show, Shinde had built a following through her social media activity. She had also participated in student and social campaigns and appeared at protests organised by the student-led Cockroach Janta Party, or CJP. The group has campaigned around issues involving education and student rights.

Her appearance on Bigg Boss Marathi 6 brought her greater visibility among television audiences. The latest case has now placed her name in a police investigation in Pune. Police are examining the allegations, including the CCTV footage collected from the residential complex.