Ameesha Patel Breaks Silence on Moradabad Court Warrant in 2017 Event Dispute
Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel has publicly addressed the recent legal developments after a Moradabad court issued a non-bailable warrant against her in connection with a dispute dating back to 2017. The actress took to her Instagram Stories to clarify her position, terming the case an old and already resolved matter.
Actress Claims Settlement Was Reached Years Ago
In her social media statement, Ameesha Patel directly responded to media reports about the court proceedings initiated by event organiser Pawan Verma. "I wish to inform one and all that this is a very old matter which was years back in which the said Pawan Verma had signed a settlement deed and received the entire agreed amount," the actress wrote.
She expressed frustration with what she described as false allegations, stating that despite the settlement, Verma has lodged new proceedings. "My lawyers are initiating appropriate criminal proceedings of cheating against this person to expose his lies while I prefer to focus on my work and ignore people who choose to make a public spectacle for gaining attention on false pretexts," Patel added in her Instagram post.
How the 2017 Dispute Resurfaced
The legal action stems from a complaint related to a wedding event booking in 2017. According to case details, event organiser Pawan Verma alleged that Ameesha Patel had been contracted to perform at a wedding on November 16, 2017, for which an advance payment of Rs 14.50 lakh was made.
The complaint states that arrangements for the actress's stay were completed at a hotel on Delhi Road in Moradabad, but she did not travel to the city on the scheduled date. Following subsequent discussions, a partial refund was reportedly made, with Rs 10 lakh returned in cash and a cheque of Rs 4.50 lakh that allegedly bounced, prompting the organiser to seek legal recourse.
Court Action and Defence Stand
After the complaint was filed, the Moradabad court reportedly issued multiple summons seeking Ameesha Patel's appearance. Her absence during the proceedings led to the issuance of a non-bailable warrant to secure her presence before the court.
However, her legal team maintains a strong defence position, asserting that the dispute had already been resolved years ago through a formal settlement with the agreed amount paid in full. The defence has characterized the fresh proceedings as an attempt to revive a closed matter and has indicated that appropriate legal steps will be taken to contest the allegations.
The matter is now expected to proceed before the court, where both sides will present their respective arguments. Legal experts suggest this case highlights the complexities of celebrity event contracts and the importance of documented settlements in entertainment industry disputes.
As the legal process unfolds, Ameesha Patel has emphasized her intention to focus on her professional work while her legal team handles the court proceedings. The actress, known for her roles in films like "Gadar: Ek Prem Katha" and "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai," continues her career in Bollywood amidst this legal challenge.
