In CBI Custody, Twisha's Husband Is Reading A Japanese Novel That Ends With Accused Walking Free
In CBI Custody, Twisha's Husband Is Reading A Japanese Novel That Ends With Accused Walking Free Published By, Last Updated: May 29, 2026, 14:34 IST
In CBI Custody, Twisha's Husband Is Reading A Japanese Novel That Ends With Accused Walking Free Published By, Last Updated: May 29, 2026, 14:34 IST Twisha Sharma, a 33-year-old model and actor, was found dead at her matrimonial home in Bhopal on May 12. Rapid Read Written by Japanese author Asako Yuzuki, "Butter" is a crime thriller Samarth Singh, husband of late model and actor Twisha Sharma, is reportedly reading the Japanese crime thriller “Butter" while in CBI custody in Bhopal. Sources said Singh has been allowed to read books during his custodial interrogation and has already completed most of the novel. Written by Japanese author Asako Yuzuki, Butter is a bestselling crime novel inspired by the real-life case of a woman accused of murdering several wealthy men in Japan.
The story follows journalist Rika Machida as she investigates Manako Kajii, a gourmet cook facing allegations that she manipulated and killed multiple men. As the investigation unfolds, the novel explores themes of crime, obsession, gender expectations, media scrutiny and society’s relationship with food. While Kajii remains at the centre of the murder allegations throughout the book, she is ultimately acquitted due to a lack of conclusive evidence, leaving questions about her guilt unresolved. The development comes as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) continues its investigation into the death of 33-year-old Twisha Sharma, who was found dead at her matrimonial home in Bhopal on May 12. What’s The Case? Twisha Sharma, a 33-year-old model and actor, was found dead at her matrimonial home in Bhopal on May 12.
Her death sparked widespread attention after her family alleged that she had been subjected to harassment, domestic abuse and dowry-related demands by her husband, Samarth Singh, and his family. According to Twisha’s family, she had faced sustained mental and emotional distress during her marriage. They also claimed that she had been pressured to terminate a pregnancy after her husband allegedly questioned the paternity of the child. Following the allegations, the case was transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a detailed probe. The agency has since questioned several people connected to the case and is examining the circumstances leading to Twisha’s death. In the latest development, a court remanded Twisha’s husband, Samarth Singh, and his mother, Giribala Sharma, to five days of CBI custody to facilitate further interrogation as investigators continue to gather evidence and verify the allegations made by the actor’s family.
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