Aaishvary Thackeray Reports Cyber Fraud After ₹19,638 Is Debited From His Bank Account
Cybercrime is increasingly affecting people across India, including public figures whose names are familiar from politics and Bollywood. Aaishvary Thackeray, grandson of Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray and an emerging actor and musician, has reportedly filed a police complaint after a series of unauthorised transactions drained ₹19,638.15 from his bank account.
According to a report by The Times of India, the transactions took place while Aaishvary was at his residence in Andheri. Police have begun investigating the case, and preliminary findings reportedly indicate that the disputed payments were processed overseas. An FIR has been registered against an unidentified person under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act.
How the Reported Fraud Unfolded
Aaishvary told police that he lives with his mother, Smita, and grandmother, Kunda. On October 30, at around 1:30 a.m., he received a text message alerting him to a debit of ₹307.82 from his bank account. Eight minutes later, a second message reported another withdrawal, this time for ₹15,511.98.
Four additional transactions followed, bringing the reported loss to ₹19,638.15. After noticing the unexpected activity, Aaishvary approached Oshiwara police station and filed a complaint. The precise method used to access or misuse the account has not been publicly confirmed, and the investigation is ongoing.
While the amount may be smaller than losses reported in some high-value cybercrime cases, the incident highlights how fraud can happen through a string of transactions in a short period. Unusual international payments, unfamiliar merchant names and repeated debit alerts can all be warning signs. People who receive such notifications are generally advised to contact their bank through its official channels, block or freeze affected payment methods where appropriate, and report suspected fraud promptly.
Why the Case Matters Beyond the Celebrity Headlines
Cases involving well-known personalities often draw attention to a problem that affects people from every walk of life. Cybercriminals may use stolen card details, compromised accounts, deceptive links or other techniques to carry out unauthorised payments. The details in Aaishvary’s case have not established which method was involved, so it would be premature to speculate about how the transactions occurred.
The episode is also a reminder that bank alerts should not be ignored, even when the first debit appears small. A low-value transaction can sometimes be followed by larger payments, as the sequence described in the complaint suggests. Regularly reviewing account activity and setting transaction notifications can help customers spot suspicious activity earlier, though these precautions cannot replace a formal investigation or a bank’s security measures.
From Film Sets to the Big Screen
Aaishvary Thackeray has been building a career in entertainment across several roles. Before appearing on screen as an actor, he worked as an assistant director on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s historical drama Bajirao Mastani (2015), which starred Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra. The experience placed him behind the scenes on a major Bollywood production before he began pursuing acting himself.
He made his acting debut in Anurag Kashyap’s two-part crime-comedy saga Nishaanchi, released in 2025. Aaishvary played a double role in the project, a demanding introduction that required him to portray two characters within the same story. His performance drew attention as he moved from assistant direction into a prominent on-screen role.
Aaishvary’s Work as a Musician
His creative interests extend beyond acting. Aaishvary has also contributed to music, taking on songwriting, composition, singing and programming work. For the first part of Nishaanchi, he composed and wrote “Pigeon Kabootar” and sang “Neend Bhi Teri.” He also composed the end theme for the film’s second part.
In 2026, he was credited as one of the music programmers on several songs for Yash Raj Films’ spy project Alpha, featuring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari. The tracks listed include “Massacre,” “Champagne,” “Haaniya” and “Agni.” He was also among the lyricists for “Massacre – Midnight Version.” These varied credits suggest a career developing across different parts of the film-making process rather than through acting alone.
What’s Next for the Actor?
Aaishvary is next expected to appear in Beparwah, directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. The film also features Ahaan Panday, Sharvari, Bobby Deol and Jimmy Sheirgill. It is scheduled to release in cinemas on March 26, 2027, and is set to be Ahaan Panday’s second film after Saiyaara (2025).
For now, however, the focus remains on the reported financial fraud and the police inquiry. Authorities will need to establish how the transactions were initiated, who was responsible and whether the money can be recovered. Until more information is confirmed, the case serves as a timely reminder for bank customers to monitor account activity closely and act quickly when a payment appears unfamiliar.
