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Vir Das alleges delivery app sent fake Apple Watch after charging Rs 50,000
Updated On: 15 June, 2026 07:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Vir Das alleged that Zepto delivered a counterfeit Apple Watch after charging him Rs 50,000. Sharing photos online, he questioned the product's authenticity. Zepto responded, saying it has initiated an investigation

Vir Das (Pic/AFP)
Comedian and actor Vir Das recently called out quick-commerce platform Zepto on social media after alleging that he received a counterfeit Apple Watch despite paying around Rs 50,000 for the device. Sharing photos and videos online, Das questioned the authenticity of the product. The company has responded to his query and initiated an inquiry.
Vir Das slams delivery app
According to Vir Das, he ordered an Apple Watch, but what he received appeared to be a fake. Taking to his Instagram, Das shared a picture of the watch and revealed how he got scammed. He wrote, “Okay. Am I wrong, or is @zeptonow running a China scam? Needed an Apple Watch quickly for a shoot. Paid full price. This showed up. Do all Apple Watches look like this? Please tell. I’ve never used one. @zeptostoresofficial @kaivalyavohra.”
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