Highlights
- Maharashtra Cyber has made its first arrest months after Akshay Kumar revealed his daughter was targeted online
- The actor said his 13-year-old daughter was asked to send explicit pictures while using a gaming platform
- The case has reignited concerns around child safety in online gaming spaces
What began as a personal story shared by Akshay Kumar has now become a wider warning about the risks children face online.
Months after the actor revealed that his teenage daughter was approached by a stranger on a gaming platform and asked to send explicit images, Maharashtra Cyber has made its first arrest in the case.
The development has renewed attention on how online gaming platforms, often seen as harmless entertainment for young users, can also expose children to unsafe interactions.
How the conversation turned disturbing
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of Cyber Awareness Month 2025 at the State Police Headquarters in Mumbai, Kumar shared how his daughter was playing a game that allowed users to interact with strangers.
He said the conversation initially appeared normal, with the other player complimenting her gameplay and exchanging polite messages.
The individual later asked where she was from and whether she was male or female. After she replied that she was female, the person allegedly asked her to send nude pictures.
Kumar said his daughter immediately ended the interaction and informed Twinkle Khanna about what had happened.
He praised her for speaking up quickly and warned that such incidents can escalate into blackmail, extortion and severe emotional distress.
How investigators tracked the accused
Following Kumar’s public remarks, Maharashtra Cyber launched an investigation.
Officials used technical analysis and digital tracking to identify the accused before making the first arrest. Authorities are now investigating whether other minors may have been targeted.
Why Akshay Kumar called for cyber awareness in schools
During the same event, Kumar urged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to introduce weekly cyber awareness classes in schools.
He said cyber crime is growing faster than many parents realise and stressed that children need better education about online risks.
A larger issue beyond one family
Kumar’s remarks were recently played at a cyber awareness session in Mumbai, where students were educated about phishing scams, cyberbullying, online fraud and social media safety.
The arrest has now shifted the focus back to a larger issue many families face: how children navigate online spaces where everyday gaming conversations can quickly turn dangerous.
