Celina Jaitly Domestic Violence Case: Mumbai Court asks husband to respond, both parties to file income affidavits

A case filed by actress Celina Jaitly Haag against her husband Peter Haag under the Domestic Violence Act, came up today before the Court of SC Tadye, Judicial Magistrate First Class, Andheri, Mumbai, for hearing.

When the matter came up Haag entered appearance through counsel. The Court adjourned the matter to 27th January, 2026 giving both parties time to file their income affidavits and Mr. Haag time to file his reply, after which both parties will be heard.

Ms India winner and Bollywood actor Jaitly has filed a case under the Domestic Violence Act against Haag, alleging domestic violence, cruelty, and manipulation. She has also sought Rs 50 crore as compensation, claiming loss of earnings due to his conduct. In November when the matter had come up before the Judicial Magistrate First Class, Andheri, for verification and issuance of notice after verifying the complaint, the Court had directed that notice be issued to Haag.

In her petition, Jaitly has alleged that her husband is a “narcissistic” and “self-absorbed” individual who “shows no empathy” towards her or their children. She states that she suffered sustained emotional, physical, sexual, and verbal abuse, which eventually compelled her to leave their home in Austria and return to India. The actress has sought ₹10 lakh per month as maintenance and has requested that the court restrain Haag from entering her Mumbai residence. She has also sought custody of their three children, who are currently residing with Haag in Austria.

Addressing the proceedings in an Instagram post, the actor said, "In my darkest hour, the legal force to reckon with, Karanjawala & Co, became the shield I needed to fight for my dignity and rights. I am so grateful for their unwavering understanding and protection. As my matter is sub judice, I am unable to make any comments at this time. I kindly request you to contact my legal representatives for any official information or statements.”

Haag was represented by a team from Indus law led by Advocate Varun Tandon.

Jaitly is represented by a team from Karanjawala & Co., comprising Sandeep Kapur, Senior Partner, Niharika Karanjawala Misra, Principal Associate and Rytim Vohra Ahuja, Senior Associate, as well as local Mumbai lawyers Arpan Rajput and Hinal Sanghavi.