BB OTT 3 Fame Adnaan Shaikh SCAMMED In Gym Business Of Rs 5 Lakh By Close Friend: 'I Trusted…'
It all started in June this year when the individual, a close friend of Adnaan's brother, reached out for support. 'He was well known to me and my brother. He was more like a friend and also lived close by. I even helped fund his sister's wedding," Adnaan said.
When Adnaan launched his first gym in Mumbai, a dream he had nurtured for years, he gave the person the responsibility of managing its social media. 'Soon he requested a job, and I gave him one in my gym. But sadly, within a year and a half, he broke that trust," Adnaan said.
Adnaan said that he initially ignored discrepancies in the accounts, but things eventually added up. 'I avoided the prevailing discrepancies in accounts for some time. But then I had to confront him," he added.
The person attempted to cover up the fraud with a false excuse. Adnaan revealed, 'I cross-checked only to know it was a lie. That's when I realised it was all made up. Eventually, he confessed to stealing around Rs 4 lakh."
The betrayal hit Adnaan hard, prompting him to take legal action. 'After this incident, I've become very cautious. It has made it difficult for me to trust new people. Rebuilding that kind of faith takes time," he also mentioned.
Looking back, he admitted that warning signs were there. 'Despite occasional doubt, I continued to trust him because of our long-standing association," he explained.
Now, Adnaan has a strong message for others, 'I ask all to be cautious about who you trust with your business or personal responsibilities. No matter how long you've known someone, always maintain proper accountability and regularly monitor your finances. Learn from my experience. Stay alert, stay aware, and protect your hard-earned money."
Adnaan Shaikh is a popular social media influencer, who makes content on fitness, travel, and his family. He got married last year after participating in Bigg Boss OTT 3 with Sana Makbul, Ranvir Shorey, Delhi's famous Vada Pav girl Chandrika Dixit, and others. The influencer was recently blessed with a baby boy.
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