The Bengaluru Police have registered an FIR against Bastian, a popular pub owned by actor Shilpa Shetty, following allegations that the establishment was operating beyond permitted hours. The action comes after a CCTV video from the pub’s St Mark’s Road outlet went viral on social media, showing chaos and a heated argument among patrons late at night.
According to reports, the incident took place around 1:30 am on December 11, well past the allowed closing time. The CCTV footage captures a verbal altercation between a group of customers, with loud exchanges and brief heckling. While the visuals do not show any physical assault, the disturbance reportedly raised concerns and prompted police intervention.
Officials stated that the FIR has been filed for alleged violations of licensing norms and permitted operating hours. Authorities are now investigating whether the pub hosted late-night parties in breach of established rules and whether further action is warranted.
The incident has reignited debate around Bengaluru’s nightlife regulations, crowd management, and the accountability of high-profile establishments. Meanwhile, no official statement has yet been issued by Shilpa Shetty or the management of Bastian regarding the allegations.