Kangana Ranaut is hitting the “reset” button on a messy legal battle that’s been haunting her since 2021. It all started when author Ashish Kaul accused her of “stealing” his book about the legendary Queen Didda to announce her movie, Manikarnika Returns. He claims he shared his research with her for a book review, only for her to turn around and announce a film with the exact same story. This week, the High Court allowed Kangana to withdraw an old, confusing legal plea so her team can start fresh and try to get the criminal case dropped once and for all.
This isn’t just about a movie; it’s a high-stakes fight over who “owns” history. While Kangana argues that the life of a 10th-century queen belongs to everyone, the author insists she used his specific creative work without permission. With the police already filing a formal chargesheet against her, this legal cleanup is a bold move to prove her innocence. If she wins, the movie goes forward; if she loses, she could face serious consequences for copyright infringement.
