DIVYA DELHI : The Delhi High Court has issued a notice on a producer’s plea seeking the return of a suit filed by Bollywood actor Salman Khan in connection with the film Kala Hiran, citing a lack of territorial jurisdiction. The producer has approached the court seeking the return of the suit on the grounds that the matter may not fall within the territorial jurisdiction of the Delhi High Court. The plea raises questions concerning the appropriate forum for adjudicating the dispute. The court’s notice seeks a response to the producer’s application, setting the stage for further consideration of the jurisdictional objection. The proceedings will determine whether the suit can continue before the Delhi High Court or whether it should be returned for presentation before a court with the appropriate jurisdiction. The development marks another legal turn in the dispute surrounding the film and its association with Salman Khan. However, the issuance of notice does not amount to a final ruling on the merits of the producer’s plea. Further proceedings are expected to clarify the parties’ positions on territorial jurisdiction and the future course of the litigation. The court’s eventual decision on the application will determine the next procedural step in the matter.
