Bollywood actor Sooraj Pancholi has issued a strong public statement following reports linking his name to the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) ongoing investigation into the tragic 2020 death of celebrity manager Disha Salian. The fresh controversy erupted on Monday after advocate Nilesh Ojha, representing Disha's father, stated that an FIR registered by the premier investigating agency names multiple high-profile individuals, including Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray, actor Sooraj Pancholi, Rohan Roy, actress Rhea Chakraborty, and former Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh. Breaking his extended silence on social media, the actor forcefully distanced himself from all allegations, asserting complete innocence and demanding that facts be strictly verified before unsubstantiated claims are circulated in public discourse.

Complete Denial: 'Never Met Disha Salian or Aaditya Thackeray in My Life'

Addressing the development via an official statement on his social media handles, Pancholi expressed frustration over recurring media speculation that has connected his name to the tragedy for years without substantiation. The actor clarified that he had never crossed paths with Disha Salian either directly or indirectly, nor had he ever met or interacted with politician Aaditya Thackeray at any point in his life. Calling the repeated dragging of his name defamatory, distressing, and devoid of evidential backing, he emphasized that his previous reticence was a conscious decision to avoid feeding unsubstantiated news cycles rather than an admission of guilt, reiterating that he has nothing to hide from judicial or law enforcement authorities.

Ready for Probe: Pancholi Offers Total Cooperation to CBI Amid Social Media Caution

Expressing clear support for an impartial, exhaustive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Disha Salian's death, Pancholi confirmed his absolute willingness to present himself before the CBI or any other statutory agency should investigators require questioning or formal testimony. He concluded with a direct appeal to the general public and netizens, urging them to exercise discretion and avoid treating digital outrage as judicial proof. Reminding observers that social media speculation and sensational headlines do not constitute tangible evidence, the actor reaffirmed his unwavering faith in the Indian judicial system and central investigative agencies, stating his firm conviction that due legal process will ultimately reveal the complete truth.

Background: Circumstances Surrounding Disha Salian's Tragic 2020 Fall

The late talent manager Disha Salian, who had previously managed public engagements for prominent film personalities including late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, died in the early hours of June 9, 2020, after falling from the 12th floor of a residential apartment complex in the Malad suburb of Mumbai. At the time of the incident, the local Malwani police station had initiated standard inquiries by registering an Accidental Death Report (ADR), initially ruling the incident an apparent suicide. However, continuous legal representations by her family, questioning the original findings, eventually propelled the case into federal jurisdiction, leading to renewed CBI oversight that continues to draw national attention.