Archive · 23 Jan 2026
Kumar Sanu Wins ₹50 Crore Defamation Case
Kumar Sanu, a famous singer, sued his ex-wife Rita Bhattacharya for defamation.
Rita gave interviews in 2025 where she made serious allegations against Kumar, saying he was cruel and neglected her.
Kumar says these interviews hurt his reputation and cost him money.
The court agreed and issued a gag order, stopping Rita and some media houses from making more defamatory statements.
The court will hear more about this on January 28.
Kumar Sanu sued his ex-wife Rita Bhattacharya for defamation, seeking ₹50 crore in damages.
Rita's 2025 interviews alleged neglect, cruelty, and extramarital affairs during their marriage.
The Bombay High Court issued a gag order, restraining Rita and media houses from making further defamatory statements.
The court noted that Rita's interviews contained a 'clear personal tirade' against Kumar.
Kumar claims the interviews caused financial and personal losses, including cancellation of shows.
- Who
- Kumar Sanu (plaintiff) and Rita Bhattacharya (defendant)
- What
- Defamation case with a gag order issued
- When
- Case filed in 2025, next hearing on January 28
- Where
- Bombay High Court, Mumbai
- Why
- Allegations of defamation and reputational damage
- Plaintiff
- Kumar Sanu
- Defendant
- Rita Bhattacharya
- Case Type
- Defamation
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Gag Order Issued
- Yes
- Allegations
- Neglect, extramarital affairs, cruelty
- Damages Sought
- ₹50 crore
- Next Hearing
- January 28
Sources
Big Win For Kumar Sanu In ₹50 Crore Defamation Case Against Ex Wife, Court Issues Gag Order, Calls Controversial Interviews Against Singer 'Personal Tirade'
Bombay HC restrains singer Kumar Sanu’s ex-wife from making defamatory remarks against him
Bombay HC restrains Kumar Sanu’s ex-wife from making defamatory comments about him or family
