Archive · 29 Oct 2025
Kangana Ranaut Apologizes to Farmer in Defamation Case, Woman Refuses Forgiveness
A famous actress and politician named Kangana Ranaut is in court because of a social media post she made a few years ago.
In the post, she suggested that an elderly farmer, Mahinder Kaur, was paid to protest and was the same person who protested in another location.
Mahinder Kaur felt this was untrue and hurtful, so she sued Kangana.
Ranaut went to court, said sorry, and paid some money as bail.
However, Mahinder Kaur said she will not forgive Ranaut for her words.
The court will have another meeting later.
The case also involves Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, who previously supported the farmer.
Mahinder Kaur is an 82-year-old farmer who is facing hardship but is determined to continue this legal fight.
Kangana Ranaut appeared in Bathinda court and apologized to 78-year-old farmer Mahinder Kaur in a defamation case.
The case stems from a 2020 social media post by Ranaut that insinuated Kaur was paid to protest and misidentified her.
Ranaut paid Rs 50,000 as bail and stated her apology was for a misunderstanding, asserting respect for all mothers.
Mahinder Kaur stated she will 'never forgive' Ranaut and criticized being summoned to court at her age.
The next court hearing is scheduled for November 24, with Mahinder Kaur's husband attending proceedings on her behalf due to her poor health.
- Who
- Kangana Ranaut (Actor/BJP MP) and Mahinder Kaur (78-year-old farmer).
- What
- Kangana Ranaut appeared in Bathinda court, apologized, and paid bail in a defamation case filed by Mahinder Kaur over a 2020 social media post. Kaur has stated she will not forgive Ranaut.
- When
- The social media post was made in 2020. Ranaut appeared in court this week. The next hearing is scheduled for November 24.
- Where
- Bathinda Court, Punjab.
- Why
- Mahinder Kaur filed a defamation case after Kangana Ranaut's social media post insinuated that Kaur, seen at farmers' protests, was paid to protest and was the same woman who protested in Shaheen Bagh.
Mahinder Kaur (Plaintiff)
Kangana Ranaut (Defendant)
Nature of Social Media Post and Allegations
Mahinder Kaur (Plaintiff)
Alleges Ranaut's 2020 social media post defamed her by falsely claiming she was paid to protest and misidentifying her as the Shaheen Bagh 'dadi'.
Kangana Ranaut (Defendant)
States the post was a retweet used as a meme, that no individual was specifically targeted, and regrets any misunderstanding that arose.
Acceptance of Apology
Mahinder Kaur (Plaintiff)
Firmly states she will 'never forgive' Ranaut and criticizes being summoned to court at her advanced age.
Kangana Ranaut (Defendant)
Expressed regret for the misunderstanding, apologized to Kaur's family, and emphasized her respect for all mothers.
Court Appearance and Legal Process
Mahinder Kaur (Plaintiff)
Criticizes Ranaut for the cost to the state exchequer and the public trouble caused by the court proceedings, highlighting her own difficult circumstances as a farmer.
Kangana Ranaut (Defendant)
Appeared in court, was granted bail, and has filed a plea for permanent exemption from personal appearance, indicating a desire to resolve the matter efficiently.
- Accused
- Kangana Ranaut (Actor/BJP MP)
- Plaintiff
- Mahinder Kaur (78-year-old farmer)
- Court
- Bathinda Court, Punjab
- Allegation
- Defamation through a social media post in 2020, insinuating Kaur was paid to protest and misidentified her as the Shaheen Bagh 'dadi'.
- Ranaut's Action
- Apologized for misunderstanding, paid Rs 50,000 bail, asserted respect for all mothers and no individual was targeted. Filed plea for permanent exemption from personal appearance.
- Kaur's Stance
- Will 'never forgive' Ranaut, criticizes being dragged to court at her age, and refutes the claim of misinterpretation.
- Case Status
- Ranaut granted bail. Next hearing scheduled for November 24. Mahinder Kaur's husband attended proceedings on her behalf.
Sources
‘My honour…won’t step back’: 78-yr-old farmer who took on Kangana
Kangana Ranaut apologizes to 82-year-old Mahinder Kaur for remarks on farmers' protests, she says 'I will not forgive the actress'
