When the clock struck 2 a.m. on Tuesday, 27 Oct 2025, Archana Gautam’s Oye Churros in Mumbai turned into a crime scene. A thief slipped in, grabbed the whole cash counter, and vanished before the security cameras could catch every glance.
Archana didn’t keep the footage to herself. On Instagram she posted the shaky clip, captioned it with a plea for police action, and announced she’d filed an FIR. "I just don’t understand what I have ever done to him," she wrote, her tone a mix of disbelief and frustration.
The café, opened just last month in October, is a testament to Gautam’s hard‑working spirit. A former Bigg Boss 16 contestant, she’s also graced Khatron Ke Khiladi 13 and Celebrity MasterChef. Her film credits—Great Grand Masti, Haseena Parkar—show a versatile talent, but this venture into the culinary world felt personal.
Industry friends didn’t stay silent. Riddhima Pandit offered a simple “Oh no, I really hope he gets caught,” while Bebika Dhurve sent a supportive message: “God bless you, dear. May this never happen to any business owner. Don’t worry, the Mumbai Police will catch him soon.”
The incident raises a broader issue. Mumbai, known for its vibrant café culture, rarely hears about a cash‑counter theft. Yet, security gaps are widening, and entrepreneurs are calling for better safeguards.
What’s next? Archana’s FIR is under investigation, and she’s urging fellow owners to tighten security measures. Whether the thief will be caught remains to be seen, but the café’s owner has already turned a personal crisis into a public call for vigilance.