Mumbai: Actor Dino Morea appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for the second time on Wednesday in connection with the ongoing probe into the Rs 65-crore Mithi River desilting money laundering case. He was summoned to the ED’s office at Ballard Pier in Mumbai to record his statement, while his brother, Santino Morea, also reported to the ED after receiving a similar summons.The ED is investigating whether Dino Morea and his brother received any proceeds of crime related to alleged financial misconduct in the desilting of the Mithi River, a critical flood-control project in Mumbai. The case centres around irregularities and inflated contracts issued under the pretext of desilting the river, leading to substantial losses to the public exchequer.Morea Earlier Quizzed Last WeekThis marks the second appearance by the Bollywood actor, whose statement was first recorded on June 12. During that session, Dino and Santino Morea were questioned for over four and a half hours. Their names came under the ED’s radar following searches at their homes and business premises on June 6, after which the agency issued formal summons.Sources in the ED suggest that the investigation is focusing on Dino Morea’s association with Ketan Kadam, a businessman considered a key middleman in the Mithi River scam. The two have reportedly been close associates for nearly two decades. Investigators are looking into whether Morea had any role in influencing or facilitating deals with contractors involved in the project.Dino's Ties With Aaditya Thackeray Under LensDino Morea’s links with Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray have also drawn attention, though no direct political involvement has been established as yet. His long-standing business ties with Kadam have led officials to examine whether he acted as a conduit or front for the movement of tainted funds.The ED is probing multiple angles in the scam, including the allocation of desilting contracts, diversion of public funds, and possible kickbacks. Officials confirmed that the inquiry is still at a preliminary stage and that statements from others linked to the project are also being recorded.The Morea brothers have denied any wrongdoing and are cooperating with the investigation. However, the ED is expected to continue its questioning in the coming days as it pieces together the money trail in the high-profile scam.