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Delhi Court Rejects Wankhede's Plea Against Netflix
29 Jan
Summary
- Delhi High Court dismissed Sameer Wankhede's defamation case.
- The case was against Netflix and Shah Rukh Khan's production house.
- Court cited lack of jurisdiction, allowing Wankhede to approach another forum.
The Delhi High Court on Thursday dismissed a defamation case initiated by former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer Sameer Wankhede. The case was filed against streaming giant Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment, owned by superstar Shah Rukh Khan.
Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav ruled that the court lacked jurisdiction to hear the plea. However, the court clarified that Wankhede retained the liberty to approach an appropriate legal forum for his grievances.
This ruling offers significant relief to Aryan Khan and the production team behind the series 'The B***ds of Bollywood'. The dismissal ensures the show can proceed without legal obstacles stemming from Wankhede's defamation claim.
Wankhede had alleged that the Netflix series maligned his reputation and sought Rs 2 crore in damages. He also raised objections to a scene depicting a character using a specific gesture after uttering 'Satyamev Jayate'.
Arguments presented during the hearing highlighted jurisdictional disputes. Wankhede's counsel contended Delhi was a valid venue, citing Wankhede's relatives' presence and pending departmental proceedings. Conversely, Red Chillies Entertainment's legal team argued for Mumbai as the proper jurisdiction, given Wankhede's residence and the company's registered office there.
