Social media star Chahat Fateh Ali Khan has been issued a authorized discover demanding Rs180 million in damages for defaming legendary musician Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. The discover was issued by Mian Muhammad Umair Niaz on behalf of Qaiser Munir Khan and despatched to Chahat’s residence within the UK.
The discover states that if Chahat doesn’t reply inside 15 days, a defamation swimsuit can be filed in court docket, Categorical Information reported.
Chahat is accused of tarnishing the title of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, offending the individuals of Faisalabad and violating the Copyright Act. The discover alleges that Chahat falsely portrayed himself as a relative of the late musician and broken Nusrat’s legacy via his singing.
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“Chahat’s chanting has angered the individuals of Faisalabad,” the discover added.
The authorized discover calls for a public apology on social media from Chahat. If he fails to reply or apologise throughout the 15-day interval, authorized motion and a defamation swimsuit of Rs180 million can be filed.