The Supreme Court of India has dismissed Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez’s petition seeking to quash the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) ₹200 crore money laundering case against her.
The decision marks a significant setback for the star, who has consistently maintained that she has been wrongly implicated in a high-profile financial crime linked to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar.
This ruling keeps Fernandez firmly in the legal spotlight, with the case set to continue under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
While the actress has not been convicted, the apex court’s decision means she will now have to face the trial process, where evidence, witness testimonies, and legal arguments will decide the final outcome.
Jacqueline Fernandez’s Legal Battle
Jacqueline Fernandez, known for her roles in films like Kick and Race 3, has been under immense scrutiny since her name surfaced in the money laundering investigation.
She has repeatedly argued that she is being unfairly targeted and that her professional career has suffered due to the prolonged legal proceedings.
Her lawyers have stressed the point that mens rea or criminal intent is a vital component under the PMLA, and that she lacked any awareness of Sukesh Chandrasekhar’s alleged fraudulent activities.
Despite these claims, the courts have ruled that such defenses can only be evaluated during full trial proceedings.
With the Supreme Court now dismissing her petition, Jacqueline will likely have to prepare for a lengthy and high-profile trial in a special PMLA court.
News Source-Timesnownews