Mumbai Court Issues Bailable Warrant Against Malaika Arora in 2012 Saif Ali Khan Assault Case

Mumbai, April 8 Bollywood actress Malaika Arora has once again come under legal spotlight after a Mumbai court issued a fresh bailable warrant against her. The warrant relates to a 2012 assault case involving actor Saif Ali Khan. Despite being summoned multiple times as a key eyewitness, Arora has not appeared before the court, prompting the magistrate to issue the warrant.

Case Dates Back to 2012 Brawl Involving Saif Ali Khan

The case stems from an incident on February 22, 2012, when Saif Ali Khan, along with his wife Kareena Kapoor, sister-in-law Karisma Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Amrita Arora, and others, was dining at a five-star hotel in Mumbai. During the evening, a confrontation erupted between Saif and NRI businessman Iqbal Meer Sharma, who objected to the noise created by the actor and his group.

Sharma alleged that Saif not only threatened him but also assaulted him and his father-in-law Raman Patel. Malaika Arora was present at the scene and was named a crucial witness in the matter.

Malaika’s Absence Leads to Court Action

Despite repeated summons, Malaika Arora has failed to appear in court to record her statement. Her continued absence led the magistrate to reissue a bailable warrant, with the next hearing scheduled for April 29, 2025. During this hearing, Malaika is expected to testify.

In earlier proceedings, Saif Ali Khan claimed that the altercation began only after Sharma made offensive comments about the women in his group, triggering the confrontation.

What’s Next in the Case?

This long-running case has taken several legal turns over the years. The reissued warrant against Arora adds pressure, and all eyes are now on whether she will appear before the court as instructed. Her testimony could play a pivotal role in determining the course of the case.

The upcoming hearing may also influence public and legal discourse around celebrity accountability and cooperation in judicial proceedings.