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News18
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
House Arrest Row: Cops Record Ullu App Manager's Statement, Ajaz Khan to Face Summons
Last Updated: Ullu app is in trouble for obscene content in House Arrest. Bajrang Dal's complaint led to police action against actor Ajaz Khan and producer Rajkumar Pandey. Trouble is mounting for Ullu app after it was accused of showing obscene content on its platform. The issue is related to its show House Arrest, which has been called out for showing vulgar scenes. On Friday, Bajrang Dal had filed a complaint about the show. Following this, Mumbai's Amboli police recorded the statement of the Ullu app's manager. Now, the police are likely to issue summons to the host of the show, actor Ajaz Khan. The police are still looking into the matter. Meanwhile, the Ullu app is under serious watch, and more actions may follow soon. Mumbai Police had earlier registered an FIR against Ajaz Khan, producer Rajkumar Pandey, and others over alleged obscene content in the reality show House Arrest, which was streamed on the Ullu App. The complaint was filed by Bajrang Dal activist Gautam Ravriya. House Arrest sparked controversy after a scene showed Ajaz Khan asking contestants to simulate sex positions on camera. In one of the recent episodes that aired this week, controversy deepened when host Ajaz Khan quizzed a female contestant on sexual experiments. When she hesitated and admitted she wasn't familiar with sex positions, Ajaz called upon two other contestants to demonstrate a few on camera to help her 'understand." The entire segment was laced with suggestive dialogue and innuendos. In another clip from the same episode that has since gone viral on Twitter (now X), a group of female contestants were seen participating in a challenge where they were asked to remove their undergarments from beneath their clothes while the cameras were rolling. Both sequences drew widespread backlash online, with Twitter (now X) flooded with calls to ban the show. Several political leaders also accused House Arrest and its creators of 'promoting obscenity and vulgarity." 'Based on a complaint lodged by Gautam Ravriya, an activist of Bajrang Dal, the police registered a case against actor Ajaz Khan, producer Rajkumar Pandey of the 'House Arrest' web show and other persons from Ullu app," said an official of Amboli police station. Following the backlash over two objectionable sequences from the series, Ullu App has now taken down Ajaz Khan's controversial reality show from its platform. As of now, House Arrest is no longer available for streaming on the app. However, the platform has not issued any official statement regarding its removal. Ullu also officially apologised to Bajrang Dal in a formal letter saying, 'We would like to inform you that all episodes of the mentioned show were removed 3–4 days ago. This release was the result of an oversight and negligence by our internal team, which we acknowledge. As a law-abiding organisation, we sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused by the release of the show. We appreciate your vigilance and proactive approach in bringing this matter to our attention. Once again, we express our regret for any trouble or disruption caused due to this." First Published:
News18
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ajaz Khan's Phone Switched Off, Unreachable After Rape Case: Mumbai Police
Last Updated: According to Mumbai Police, the actor has not been in "contact" with the police ever since a woman filed the complaint accusing him of rape. The Mumbai Police on Monday said that they are unable to track and reach actor Ajaz Khan as his mobile phone has remained switched off after an FIR was launched against him over charges of rape and sexual assault. According to Mumbai Police, the actor has not been in 'contact" with the police ever since a woman filed the complaint accusing him of rape. The FIR was filed at Mumbai's Charkop Police Station. 'Case registered at Charkop Police Station against actor Ajaz Khan for allegedly raping an actress. Police tried to contact him after registering the FIR, but his number has been switched off since then. He is not in contact with the Police. The Police reached him, but he was not present there. Police are searching for him," news agency ANI quoted Mumbai Police as saying. A woman, reportedly an actress, has accused Khan of sexually assaulting her while promising marriage. According to the actress, Khan offered her a role in his OTT project House Arrest and other ventures. She alleged that during the show's production, he proposed marriage and made repeated assurances. The complainant claimed that on March 25, Khan raped her at his home, using the promise of marriage as a pretext. She further accused him of assaulting her again a few days later, reinforcing the same commitment. The actress also reported that Khan told her his religion permits four marriages and vowed to take full responsibility for her. Authorities are actively investigating the matter. The police registered the case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) sections 64, 64(2)(M), 69, and 74, and an investigation has been initiated. The actor is currently embroiled in another legal matter concerning the Ullu app's program, 'House Arrest', which he hosted. The Amboli Police in Mumbai have issued summons to Khan and the owner of the Ullu app after the platform was accused of streaming obscene content. A clip of Khan went viral online in which he was seen asking the contestants of House Arrest, including women, to act out sex positions. A row erupted after the clip went viral, and political party leaders too reacted to it. Several netizens also criticised the show by sharing a clip online. The FIR was filed based on a complaint by a Bajrang Dal activist, Gautam Ravriya. First Published: May 06, 2025, 09:15 IST
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ajaz Khan's phone switched off, we're searching for him: says police after FIR filed against him amid House Arrest row
The Mumbai Police said that they are unable to contact actor Ajaz Khan after he was booked when a woman filed a complaint accusing him of rape. As reported by the news agency ANI, the police said that Ajaz's phone had been "switched off". The FIR was filed at the Charkop Police Station. (Also Read | Ajaz Khan's reality show House Arrest taken down by Ullu app after backlash to sex positions video) As per the police, Ajaz has not been in "contact" with them ever since the FIR was filed against him for allegedly raping an actor. 'Case registered at Charkop Police Station against actor Ajaz Khan for allegedly raping an actress,' said Mumbai Police. "Police tried to contact him after registering the FIR, but his number has been switched off since then. He is not in contact with the Police. The Police reached him, but he was not present there. Police are searching for him," added the police. Amid the row, Ajaz took to Instagram and shared a bunch of his pictures on Monday. He wrote, 'It hurts when your biggest effort is ignored and your smallest mistake is judged.' A post shared by Ajaz Khan (@imajazkhan) Ajaz found himself at the centre of a growing controversy surrounding the Ullu app's latest show, House Arrest, which he hosts. The Amboli Police in Mumbai have issued summons to Khan and the owner of the Ullu app after the platform was accused of streaming obscene content. Ajaz and the app's owner have been directed to appear before the investigating officer to provide their statements. The show sparked controversy after a purported video clip from the show went viral on social media, sparking public outrage. Since then, the show, which began streaming on April 11, 2025, has faced heavy criticism from political and social groups, with many calling the show vulgar and demanding government action. House Arrest, hosted by Ajaz, began streaming on the Ullu app on April 11 and is described as an uncensored version of popular captive reality shows like Bigg Boss and Lock Upp. The series features 12 contestants--nine women and three men--confined in a luxury villa and asked to perform a series of tasks.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Ajaz Khan's phone switched off': Mumbai Police say actor untraceable after rape FIR
NEW DELHI: Mumbai Police have been unable to reach actor Ajaz Khan as his mobile phone has remained switched off since the FIR was lodged at Charkop Police Station, following a woman's complaint accusing him of rape. The Mumbai Police confirmed that Ajaz Khan has remained unreachable since the FIR was registered against him for allegedly raping an actress. When the police visited his location, he was absent. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai "Case registered at Charkop Police Station against actor Ajaz Khan for allegedly raping an actress. Police tried to contact him after registering the FIR, but his number has been switched off since then. He is not in contact with the Police. The Police reached him, but he was not present there. Police are searching for him," said Mumbai Police. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest $200 in Amazon without buying stocks to earn a second salary Marketsall Sign Up Undo The actor is currently embroiled in another legal matter concerning the Ullu app 's programme, ' House Arrest ', which he presents. The Amboli Police have summoned both Khan and the Ullu app's proprietor following accusations of broadcasting inappropriate content . The authorities have requested Khan and the platform owner to present themselves before the investigating officer to record their statements. The controversy escalated after an alleged video segment from the programme circulated on social media, triggering public displeasure. The programme, which commenced streaming on April 11, 2025, has faced significant criticism from political and social organisations, with numerous groups labelling it indecent and requesting governmental intervention. House Arrest features 12 participants--nine women and three men--who reside in a luxury villa whilst completing various challenges, presenting itself as an unfiltered version of shows like Bigg Boss and Lock Upp.
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Actor Ajaz Khan booked for rape, days after being named in obscenity case
MUMBAI: Actor and former Bigg Boss contestant Ajaz Khan, 43, has been booked by the Charkop police for allegedly raping a 30-year-old woman under the pretext of offering her work in the film industry. The development comes just a day after Khan was named in a separate case involving alleged obscene content on the Ullu app's reality show House Arrest. According to the FIR, the complainant — a struggling actress residing in Kandivali West — had been selected to appear on House Arrest, hosted by Khan. She joined the shoot at Madh Malvani in Malad West on March 17, 2025, but left the show five days later, dissatisfied with the production. The woman stated that she met Khan again at the wrap party for the show, where he asked for her phone number. The next day, he allegedly called her, professed his love, and expressed a desire to marry her. She suggested they speak in person. Later that day, he visited her home, repeated his marriage proposal, and promised to get her work in multiple shows, assuring her that she could continue her career post-marriage. When she mentioned needing funds for her sister's wedding, Khan allegedly offered financial assistance. It was during this visit that he allegedly raped her. The woman further claimed that Khan sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions, each time promising film roles that never materialised. After he failed to fulfil his promises, she approached the Charkop police and lodged a complaint. Khan has been booked under sections 64 (punishment for rape), 54(2)(m) (rape in certain circumstances), 69 (sexual intercourse by deceit), and 74 (assault with intent to outrage modesty) of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita. This incident follows an FIR registered on May 2 by the Amboli police against Khan, other individuals involved in House Arrest, and the Ullu app itself, for allegedly streaming obscene content. Khan was summoned on Monday to record his statement in that case. Khan and his representatives were unavailable for comment till the time of going to press.
