While some platforms operate legally in certain states, others run in areas where such activities face ban, raising questions about celebrity endorsements and their responsibility.
The FIR mentions several celebrities and social media influencers. They include Praneetha, Nidhi Agarwal, Ananya Nagella, Siri Hanumanthu, Sreemukhi, and Varshini Sounderajan.
According to reports, these online betting platforms are accused of using celebrities to promote their services, which are believed to have been involved in illegal gambling operations.
According to the FIR, the celebrities allegedly accepted large payments to advertise betting platforms. These apps are said to promise quick money but often result in people losing their savings.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rana Daggubati had said they only endorsed skill-based games that are legal in India. Prakash Raj had clarified that he chose not to renew his endorsement deal.
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the Central Government in response to a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking stringent regulation—or an outright ban—of both online and offline betting and gambling applications.
