Supreme Court’s latest update
Actress Rakhi Sawant has suffered a significant setback as a result of the Supreme Court rejecting her appeal for anticipatory relief. She had taken the matter to the Supreme Court, seeking anticipatory bail to avoid potential arrest in connection with the allegations levelled against her, as per PTI.
Rakhi has four weeks
The ‘Main Hoon Na’ actress has been ordered by the Supreme Court to appear in the lower court in four weeks. Rakhi has been charged with releasing a purportedly pornographic film with her former spouse, Adil Durrani. The Bombay High Court previously dismissed her plea, leading Rakhi to challenge this decision in the apex court. The hearing, set for today, will determine the course of action in this contentious case.
Adil Durrani’s Allegations Against Rakhi Sawant
Adil Khan Durrani’s accusations against Rakhi Sawant span sections 500 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code, dealing with defamation and accomplice involvement in criminal intent, respectively. Additionally, section 67A of the Information Technology Act is cited for publishing sexually explicit material electronically. The FIR alleges that Rakhi aired Adil’s video on a television talk show and subsequently shared it via WhatsApp and other digital platforms.
Rakhi Sawant’s Legal Team’s Plea
Rakhi Sawant’s legal team has maintained that it is difficult to identify any sexual content in the disputed film since it is ancient and of low quality, which is five years old. Rakhi’s medical issues, including the requirement for surgeries, have been mentioned as justifications for avoiding questioning while in custody. Given her prominence in the public eye, the demand for her phone as part of the inquiry is nevertheless controversial in spite of these considerations.
Rakhi Sawant, Adil Durrani’s Relationship History
Rakhi and Adil’s tumultuous relationship, marked by secrecy and subsequent public scrutiny, has garnered attention in the media. While their marital ties have dissolved, their public exchanges continue, adding layers of complexity to the ongoing legal battle. Adil’s recent marriage to Somi Khan and Rakhi’s overseas whereabouts further add intrigue to this unfolding saga.
Adil talked about his wedding with Rakhi
‘You talk about my wedding with Rakhi Sawant stands null and void as when we got married she was already married to someone else. Mujhe dhokhe mein rakh ke usne kiya tha. There’s already a court case going on. Many people have this question in their mind, how did I get married again? Alhamdulillah I have the full right to get married again as I’m a Muslim and I can get married. I have done nikah properly in the presence of my family. I did not have a secret wedding. Bina family ke, band Kamre mein nikah nahi kiya hai maine. I have given Meher proper and with the approval of both Somi and my family. I also did a reception. After getting married officially to Somi, main ghoom raha hoon apni biwi Somi ke saath. I’m allowed to get married.’