Palash Muchhal Files Rs. 10 Crore Defamation Case Amid Fraud Allegations
Music composer and singer Palash Muchhal, who recently called off his wedding with cricketer Smriti Mandhana, has found himself embroiled in a fresh controversy. The composer-turned-filmmaker now faces serious accusations from Marathi actor-producer Vidnyan Mane, who claims that Palash deceived him of Rs. 40 lakh and was dishonest in his relationship with Smriti.
Legal Battle Escalates as Palash Approaches Court
In a firm response to these allegations, Palash Muchhal has approached the court and filed a Rs. 10 crore defamation case against Vidnyan Mane. He asserts that the accusations are entirely baseless and defamatory, aimed at maligning his reputation and character.
Today, Palash was spotted at the court accompanied by his team of lawyers. Dressed in a simple outfit, he chose to remain tight-lipped when questioned about his cancelled wedding with Smriti Mandhana or the allegations made by the Marathi producer. After the hearing, Palash walked out of the court, ignored the paparazzi, and headed straight to his car.
Palash Issues Legal Statement on Instagram
On Saturday, Palash took to his Instagram account to share a legal statement. He wrote, “A legal notice of defamation of Rs. 10 crore has been sent by my lawyer Shreyansh Mithare to Sangli-based Vidnyan Mane for his false, outrageous and highly defamatory accusations made with the deliberate intent to malign my reputation and character.”
Background of the Allegations
A few days ago, PTI reported that Vidnyan Mane had approached the police in Maharashtra’s Sangli district, claiming that Palash had cheated him of ₹40 lakh. However, no First Information Report (FIR) has been filed in the matter yet.
According to the complaint, Palash met Vidnyan in Sangli on December 5, 2023. Mane, who was interested in investing in film production, was told by Muchhal that he could invest in his upcoming project ‘Nazaria’ as a producer. Muchhal allegedly promised him a profit of Rs. 12 lakh on an investment of Rs. 25 lakh once the film was released on OTT platforms, and also offered him a role in the film.
The complaint stated that the two met twice after their initial meeting, and by March 2025, Mane had given a total of Rs. 40 lakh to Muchhal. However, when the project failed to materialize, Mane demanded his money back but reportedly received no response. Following this, he approached the police and also accused Palash of being unfaithful to Smriti before their marriage.
Key Points of the Controversy
- Palash Muchhal faces fraud allegations from Vidnyan Mane involving Rs. 40 lakh.
- He has filed a Rs. 10 crore defamation case in response.
- The allegations include claims of dishonesty in his relationship with cricketer Smriti Mandhana.
- No FIR has been filed yet in the fraud case.
- Palash maintains that all accusations are baseless and defamatory.
This legal battle adds another layer to the ongoing personal and professional challenges for Palash Muchhal, who has been in the spotlight following his cancelled wedding with Smriti Mandhana. The case highlights the complexities of financial dealings in the entertainment industry and the potential fallout when personal relationships intersect with business matters.
