Bollywood’s intense family dramas just got real: The Bombay High Court dismissed actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Rs 100 crore defamation lawsuit against his brother Shamas Nawab Siddiqui and ex-wife Aaliya Siddiqui. The ruling ends a bitter chapter in one of Tinseltown’s most public feuds, raising questions on privacy, media trials, and sibling rivalries.
The Lawsuit Lowdown
Filed in 2023 amid explosive social media accusations of infidelity and abuse, the suit accused Shamas and Aaliya of tarnishing Nawaz’s reputation through “malicious” posts and interviews. Nawaz, star of Gangs of Wasseypur, sought damages and injunctions, claiming irreparable harm to his career.
However, Justice S.V. Kotwal’s bench found insufficient evidence of “malice,” noting the statements as “personal grievances” rather than deliberate slander. “Freedom of expression can’t be stifled over family spats,” the order read. Aaliya, now divorced, hailed it as “vindication,” while Shamas remained tight-lipped.
Impact on Nawaz and Bollywood
The verdict is a setback for Nawaz, whose upcoming projects like Ulajh face scrutiny. Yet, it spotlights the perils of washing dirty linen online in celeb circles. Industry insiders predict reconciliation efforts, with Nawaz tweeting cryptically: “Truth heals, time reveals.”
From courtrooms to headlines, this saga mirrors Bollywood’s own scripts. What’s next for the Siddiquis? Speculate below!
