Bollywood actor Salman Khan and his sister Alvira Khan Agnihotri face potential legal complications after a district court in Chandigarh issued notices to them in connection with an alleged fraud complaint involving a proposed Being Human Jewellery showroom in Manimajra. The court has directed all named parties to present their response on October 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM, either in person or through their legal counsel.
Background of the Fraud Allegations
The legal action stems from a complaint filed by Arun Gupta, a businessman based in Manimajra. The case has been formally registered under the title Arun Gupta versus Style Quotient Jewellery Private Limited. According to the complaint, Gupta alleges that he was cheated in relation to the commercial arrangements surrounding the proposed Being Human Jewellery outlet in the region.
Court Notice and Procedural Provisions Under BNSS
The Chandigarh district court issued the notices to Salman Khan, Alvira Khan Agnihotri, and two directors of Style Quotient Jewellery Private Limited, identified as Santosh Srivastava and Prasad Bindu Madhav Kapade. The court noted that the notice is being issued under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) at a pre-cognizance stage. The notice mandates the presence of the parties to explain their position before the court decides whether to take formal cognizance of the complaint.
Hearing Timeline and Brand Overview
The matter was previously heard by the court on August 4, following which the notices were issued on August 24. The next hearing has been scheduled for October 5, 2026. The Being Human Foundation serves as Salman Khan's charitable organization, which raises funds for philanthropic causes through the commercial sale of apparel, jewellery, and other consumer merchandise. At this stage, the court has only sought explanations from the respondents and has not yet formally taken cognizance of the case.
