Meerut Police file FIR against YouTuber Shadab Jakati over woman’s allegations of confinement, assault

Police in Meerut have registered a criminal case against well-known YouTuber and social media influencer Shadab Jakati following allegations of wrongful confinement and physical exploitation by a woman who had earlier collaborated with him on social media reels. The case has been filed at Inchauli Police Station, and police say efforts are underway to trace the accused.

According to the complaint, the woman alleged that she was offered work and later subjected to physical exploitation. She also accused Jakati’s wife of assaulting and threatening her when she said she would approach the police. The complainant further claimed that Jakati threatened to have her husband killed.

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What the woman has alleged in her complaint

In her statement to the police, the woman said she began working with Jakati after being offered opportunities to appear in social media videos. She alleged that over time, he pressured her to portray the role of his wife in every reel, something she objected to. The complaint also mentions wrongful confinement and physical abuse.

Police sources said the FIR was registered based on the woman’s statement and that the matter is being investigated under serious sections of law.

Previous allegations and emerging pattern

This is not the first time Jakati’s name has surfaced in a controversy. Only a few days earlier, the husband of another woman had accused him of assault and issuing threats. Police have not yet indicated whether the two matters are being examined together.

Shadab Jakati denies charges, calls it a conspiracy

Following the registration of the FIR, Shadab Jakati released a video statement on social media denying all allegations. He claimed the woman had approached him seeking help, saying she worked as a labourer, had a child, and could not afford the child’s education.

Jakati said he supported her by paying six months’ school fees, providing books, arranging courses, and helping with ration and financial aid. He added that members of his team and local shopkeepers could confirm the assistance he provided.

He maintained that he never touched the woman and that she never stayed at his house overnight, stating that CCTV cameras were installed at his residence. Terming the allegations a conspiracy, Jakati said he welcomes a fair investigation and would accept responsibility if any evidence is found against him.

Police officials said the case is under investigation, and further action will depend on the evidence collected. No arrests have been reported so far.