Kolkata: Bollywood actress Zareen Khan has been granted interim bail by a city court in Kolkata in connection with a cheating case registered against her in 2018. The court has imposed certain conditions on her bail, including a travel ban and mandatory appearance at all hearings.
Details of the Case:
- Allegation: Khan allegedly took an advance of Rs. 12 lakh to perform at a Durga Puja function in Kolkata in 2018 but failed to show up.
- Complaint: Organizers of the event filed a complaint against Khan and her manager at Narkeldanga police station.
- Court Proceedings:
- In September 2023, the court issued an arrest warrant against Khan.
- On Monday, Khan appeared before the court and her counsel presented their arguments.
- The court granted Khan interim bail till December 26 on a personal bond of Rs. 30,000.
- Khan was directed not to leave the country without obtaining prior permission from Kolkata Police.
- She was also directed to appear before the court at every hearing.
Current Status:
The case is still ongoing, and the next hearing is scheduled for December 26. Khan is currently out on bail and must comply with the court’s conditions.