EVA Live Founder Deepak Choudhary Faces Dubai Travel Ban and Asset Freeze Over Alleged Seven Crore Debt Amid Ongoing Legal Proceedings
Dubai / Mumbai, 03 July, 2026 ( TGN ) — Indian entertainment promoter Deepak Choudhary, Founder & MD of EVA Live (India & Middle East) & EVENTFAQS Media has found himself at the centre of a legal storm in Dubai, after court judgments reportedly barred him from leaving the UAE and froze his assets in connection with debts of approximately AED 2,993,058, ( ₹7.70 crore).
According to court documents, one judgment issued by the Dubai courts on 11 June 2026 imposed a travel ban against Choudhary. A separate decision from the Dubai execution court reportedly ordered the freezing of his bank accounts, cards, properties, receivables and other assets for the purpose of enforcing payment of the outstanding debt.
Choudhary was reportedly preparing to board a flight from Dubai to Mumbai from Dubai airport on 11 June 2026. The travel restriction was issued shortly before his departure, preventing him from leaving the UAE at the last moment.
The claims reportedly involve allegations that substantial sums remain unpaid to parties who funded, supported or assisted with events promoted by Choudhary and his associated companies. Some complainants allege that funds were misapplied or were not used in accordance with the agreed commercial arrangements.
Deepak Choudhary, long regarded as a familiar figure in the Indian entertainment and live-events industry, built his reputation over many years through personal relationships with artists, celebrity managers, sponsors, venues and regional event partners.
In live entertainment, he has been associated with EVA Live (India & Middle East), EVENTFAQS Media, and the organisation of large-scale concerts and festivals, including events and platforms backed by major commercial sponsors such as Mastercard, described by industry sources as one of the prominent sponsors connected to his event portfolio.
According to persons familiar with the disputes, Choudhary has become the subject of several civil and execution-related proceedings in the UAE, including claims connected to companies through which he allegedly organised entertainment events and promotional activities.
Several artists and commercial partners are now expected to review their association with Choudhary and his related companies. Some may distance themselves entirely until the legal position becomes clearer.
