Warrant Issued Against Malaika Arora After Skipping Court in 2012 Brawl Case
In a recent development, a Mumbai court has reissued a bailable warrant against Bollywood actress Malaika Arora for failing to appear in court concerning the 2012 brawl case involving actor Saif Ali Khan. This case, which has seen multiple hearings over the years, has once again brought attention to the events that transpired over a decade ago.
Background of the 2012 Incident
On February 22, 2012, a scuffle occurred at the Wasabi restaurant in Mumbai’s Taj Mahal Hotel. Actor Saif Ali Khan, accompanied by Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Amrita Arora, and others, was dining when an altercation broke out between Khan and South African businessman Iqbal Sharma. Sharma alleged that Khan assaulted him after he requested the group to lower their voices. The situation escalated, leading to physical confrontations and subsequent police involvement.
Legal Proceedings and Malaika Arora’s Involvement
Following the incident, Saif Ali Khan, along with his associates Shakeel Ladak and Bilal Amrohi, was arrested and later released on bail. They were charged under Section 325 of the Indian Penal Code for voluntarily causing grievous hurt. The chargesheet included statements from 29 individuals, encompassing both the complainant’s and the defendants’ parties.
Malaika Arora, present during the incident, was summoned as a witness in the case. Her testimony was considered crucial in understanding the sequence of events that led to the altercation. However, her repeated absence from court hearings has led to legal repercussions.
Reissuance of Bailable Warrant
In April 2025, the Mumbai court reissued a bailable warrant against Malaika Arora after she failed to appear for a scheduled hearing. This is not the first instance of such an action; the court had previously issued a similar warrant due to her non-appearance. The court has emphasized the importance of her presence, given her direct involvement as a witness to the events of that night.
Implications and Industry Reactions
The reissuance of the warrant has sparked discussions within the Bollywood industry and among legal experts. Some view this as a reminder of the judiciary’s commitment to due process, irrespective of an individual’s celebrity status. Others believe it underscores the prolonged nature of legal proceedings in high-profile cases.
Legal analysts suggest that while bailable warrants are less severe than non-bailable ones, they still indicate the court’s dissatisfaction with a witness’s non-compliance. If Arora continues to miss court dates, she could face stricter legal actions, including potential fines or more stringent warrants.
Malaika Arora’s Stance
As of now, Malaika Arora has not publicly commented on the reissued warrant. In past statements, she expressed distress over the 2012 incident, emphasizing that it was not a one-sided altercation and highlighting the concerns of all parties involved.
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