Maninder Singh submitted that such conduct squarely attracts the offence of criminal defamation under the applicable law.
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Priya Kapur Files Criminal Defamation Case Against Sunjay Kapur's Sister Mandhira Kapur Smith

  • Priya Sachdeva Kapur has filed a criminal defamation complaint against Mandhira Kapur Smith and another individual.
  • The complaint alleges a deliberate campaign to damage Priya Kapur's reputation through false statements on podcasts, social media, and interviews.
  • The remarks are accused of containing false assertions and personal attacks, despite issues being sub judice, causing serious reputational harm.
  • Priya Kapur is represented by senior advocate Maninder Singh, who argues the conduct constitutes criminal defamation.
  • The case was registered at Patiala House Courts, New Delhi, following Mandhira's public remarks questioning Priya's conduct regarding divorce records.

Why It Matters: Priya Kapur has initiated criminal defamation proceedings against Mandhira Kapur Smith for alleged reputational damage.

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