Actor Aditi Rao Hydari has issued a warning to fans, colleagues and photographers after discovering that an unknown person has been impersonating her on WhatsApp. The impostor allegedly used her photos and approached people with fake professional offers, prompting Aditi to publicly clarify that she has no involvement with the number.
Aditi raises red flag
In her Instagram update, Aditi explained that the messages circulating in her name are fraudulent. She stated that she does not contact anyone directly for work and that all professional exchanges are handled exclusively through her team. She urged people to stay cautious, avoid replying to the suspicious number, and immediately report any unusual communication.
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What the impersonator is doing
According to sources familiar with the matter, the impersonator reached out to photographers and industry professionals offering fabricated shoot opportunities, attempting to use Aditi’s identity to appear credible. The messages reportedly included her photos and falsely claimed to be personal outreach from the actor.
Fans advised to stay alert
Aditi reminded her followers that if any message seems out of character or bypasses official channels, it should be flagged. She wrote that everything “always goes through my team,” emphasizing the importance of verifying the legitimacy of any communication before engaging.
A growing concern
Celebrity impersonation on messaging apps has become increasingly common, with scammers exploiting public figures’ names to target artists and creators. Aditi’s warning comes as another reminder for industry professionals to double-check unknown numbers—even if they appear authentic at first glance.
What’s next
Aditi’s team is monitoring the situation and has asked anyone who receives suspicious messages to share screenshots so they can take appropriate action. The actor also thanked her followers for alerting her and for staying vigilant.