Bombay High Court Restrains Vidnyan Mane from Making Defamatory Remarks Against Palash Muchhal

The Bombay High Court has issued an interim order restraining Marathi actor-producer Vidnyan Mane from making any further defamatory statements against music composer and singer Palash Muchhal and his mother. The order comes in response to a ₹10 crore defamation suit filed by Muchhal, who alleged that Mane’s public remarks had caused serious damage to his personal and professional reputation.

The court observed that certain statements made by Mane in interviews and public forums appeared to be prima facie defamatory and carried insinuations that could tarnish Muchhal’s image. The bench noted that these remarks were not directly connected to the commercial dispute between the two parties and should not have been aired publicly. As a result, the court directed Mane to refrain from publishing, circulating, or repeating any such allegations until further orders.

The legal dispute stems from claims made by Mane, who alleged that he had been cheated of ₹40 lakh in connection with a film-related investment involving Muchhal. In addition to financial allegations, Mane reportedly made personal claims that linked Muchhal to matters unrelated to the business disagreement, further intensifying the controversy.

Muchhal strongly denied all accusations and issued a legal notice seeking damages of ₹10 crore for defamation. He argued that the statements were false, malicious, and intended to harm his standing in the entertainment industry. His plea emphasized the reputational harm caused by the circulation of these allegations across media platforms.

After reviewing the submissions, the High Court granted interim relief in favor of Muchhal, restricting Mane from making or repeating the contested statements until the matter is fully heard. The court underscored the importance of safeguarding an individual’s reputation, especially when allegations are publicly disseminated without substantiation.

The case is scheduled for further hearing in March, where both parties are expected to present additional arguments. The dispute has drawn attention within entertainment circles, highlighting the growing number of defamation battles arising from public statements and media interactions.