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Sunjay Kapur estate dispute: Sister Mandhira Kapur responds to Priya Sachdev’s defamation complaint

Sunjay Kapur estate dispute: Sister Mandhira Kapur responds to Priya Sachdev’s defamation complaint

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The legal battle surrounding the estate of late businessman Sunjay Kapur continues to play out in court. The case now involves his sister Mandhira Kapur Smith and his widow Priya Sachdev Kapur, who are currently facing off in a defamation case connected to public statements made about the family and its legacy. Sunjay Kapur with sister Mandhira Kapur; Sunjay and Priya Sachdev At a recent hearing in the Patiala House Court, Mandhira submitted her reply to the criminal defamation complaint filed against her by Priya. Along with the response, she also filed an application requesting the court to direct the complainant to produce certain documents that she believes are relevant to the case. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Siddhant Sihag heard preliminary arguments related to the application and scheduled the next hearing for March 30, 2026. The court also granted time to counsel for the proposed accused, Pooja Chaudhary, to submit a reply. Dispute over request for documents During the proceedings, Senior Advocate Maninder Singh, representing Priya Sachdev Kapur, opposed Mandhira’s application. He argued before the …

Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith files reply on defamation complaint filed by Priya Kapur

Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith files reply on defamation complaint filed by Priya Kapur

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The inheritance dispute surrounding late businessman Sunjay Kapur’s estate has taken yet another turn. In January, Priya Kapur filed a criminal defamation complaint against Mandhira Kapur Smith and another individual for public attacks against her on digital platforms. Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya Kapur had earlier said that Mandhira’s remarks caused ‘serious reputational harm.’ As per the latest update on news agency ANI, the Patiala House Court on Thursday heard arguments on an application moved by Mandhira seeking the production of certain documents from Priya in connection with an ongoing defamation complaint. (Also read: Priya Kapur files criminal defamation case against Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith, cites ‘personal attacks’) Update on defamation case The report states that Mandhira appeared before the court and filed her reply to the defamation complaint. Along with her reply, Mandhira has also moved an application seeking directions for the production of certain documents from the complainant. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) Siddhant Sihag heard the preliminary arguments on the application. The court listed the matter for further hearing and arguments …

Exercise restraint, don’t make statements on each other: Delhi HC tells Sunjay Kapur’s wife, sister

Exercise restraint, don’t make statements on each other: Delhi HC tells Sunjay Kapur’s wife, sister

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New Delhi, The Delhi High Court on Tuesday restrained late industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya S Kapur and sister Mandhira Kapur Smith from making statements against each other. Exercise restraint, don’t make statements on each other: Delhi HC tells Sunjay Kapur’s wife, sister Justice Mini Pushkarna passed the order on a lawsuit by Priya Kapur against her sister-in-law, Madhira Kapur Smith, alleging a continuous, malicious, and defamatory campaign by her sister-in-law through podcasts, interviews, social media posts, and public statements. “Both parties are directed to exercise restraint in making statements on each other, directly or indirectly,” the judge said. The court also issued a summons to Smith and podcast host Pooja Chaudhri on the lawsuit and listed the matter for hearing in May. The senior counsel appearing for Priya Kapur said her sister-in-law uploaded and shared content on social media to tarnish her reputation. Smith’s lawyer, on the other hand, said there was a “concerted media vilification campaign” against her. In her lawsuit, Priya Kapur said that within days of Sunjay Kapur’s demise, his sister …

Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith issued legal notice from Delhi court after Priya Kapur files defamation suit

Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith issued legal notice from Delhi court after Priya Kapur files defamation suit

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The Patiala Court in Delhi has issued a notice to industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s sister, Mandhira Kapur Smith, based on a defamation suit filed by his wife, Priya Kapur. This comes days after Priya had filed a case against Mandhira, citing ‘serious reputational harm’. The notice was issued to Sunjay’s sister on Wednesday, with Priya’s lawyer claiming that Mandhira had previously also taken Sunjay to court. Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya Kapur has said that Mandhira’s recent remarks have caused ‘serious reputational harm.’ Delhi court issues legal notice to Sunjay Kapur’s sister After finding sufficient grounds to proceed in the criminal defamation complaint filed by Priya under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the court issued a notice to Mandhira on Wednesday. The matter is now listed for appearance on March 12, with Mandhira called to appear in court on that date. Priya Kapur’s defamation suit against Mandhira Kapur Smith The notice follows Priya’s appearance before the court to lead pre-summoning evidence during which she placed documentary material. The complaint alleged that a ‘sustained …

Exclusive | Mandhira Kapur reacts to defamation case by Priya Kapur: I didn’t lie; she can’t walk away with everything

Exclusive | Mandhira Kapur reacts to defamation case by Priya Kapur: I didn’t lie; she can’t walk away with everything

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Late businessman Sanjay Kapur’s widow Priya Kapur, on Saturday, filed a criminal defamation case against his sister, Mandhira Kapur Smith. According to a Bar and Bench report, Priya complained that Mandhira repeatedly uploaded and circulated videos and posts on YouTube and social media platforms like Instagram and X, which identify Priya by name and made “false allegations designed to cause hatred, ridicule and social ostracism; thereby demolishing the reputation of the complainant..” Mandhira Kapur (L), Priya Kapur with late husband Sanjay Kapur (R) Further, the complaint states that in a podcast, Mandhira insinuated that Priya’s marriage with Sunjay was troubled and undeserving of legitimacy. MANDHIRA REACTS When HT City reaches out to Mandhira, she says she never said anything false, “All of what I said is mentioned in court, how am I defaming? Anything I have lied about, let me know, because I can guarantee I’ve lied about nothing.” Also read: Karisma Kapoor calls Priya Kapur’s bid in Supreme Court to access her divorce papers ‘frivolous’ She adds that she learned about the defamation suit …

Priya Kapur Files Criminal Defamation Case Against Sunjay Kapur’s Sister | India News

Priya Kapur Files Criminal Defamation Case Against Sunjay Kapur’s Sister | India News

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Last Updated:January 17, 2026, 22:50 IST According to the complaint, the material circulating in the public domain advances misleading narratives and allegations aimed at maligning and harassing Priya Kapur. Priya Kapur has alleged that these statements form part of the defamatory material complained of and has approached the court. (File) Priya Sachdeva Kapur has moved a criminal defamation complaint against Sunjay Kapur’s sister, Mandhira Kapur Smith, and another individual, alleging that a series of statements made against her across podcasts, social media platforms, media interviews and republished online content constitute a sustained and deliberate campaign to damage her reputation. The complaint, filed before the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate, asserted that the impugned remarks contain false assertions, insinuations and personal attacks presented as established facts, despite the issues being sub judice, thereby causing serious reputational harm. Priya Kapur is represented by senior advocate Maninder Singh, alongwith counsel Smriti Asmita. According to the complaint, the material circulating in the public domain advances misleading narratives and allegations aimed at maligning and harassing Priya Kapur through public discourse rather …