Actor Ajaz Khan has filed an anticipatory bail application in the Bombay High Court in connection with a rape case registered at the Charni Road police station in Mumbai. The case was filed after a woman accused Ajaz of cheating her with promises of marriage and a role in his show ‘House Arrest’, and then sexually assaulting her.
Ajaz Khan’s Lawyer Claims FIR Is Illegal
Ajaz’s lawyer, Ashok Saraogi, argued in the bail petition that the FIR filed against Ajaz is legally incorrect and baseless. He insisted that Ajaz does not need to be taken into police custody and therefore should be granted anticipatory bail immediately.
Allegations Against Ajaz Khan
According to the complaint, the actress was invited by Ajaz for the role of a host on his show. During the shoot, Ajaz allegedly proposed marriage to her and later took her to his home in Jogeshwari (West), where he is accused of sexually assaulting her.
The FIR further states that Ajaz, aged 40, exploited his celebrity status and the victim’s career ambitions. He allegedly used false promises of marriage, financial support, and career advancement to forcefully engage in sexual relations with her multiple times without her consent.
Timeline of the Incidents
The complaint specifies two incidents: On April 4, 2025, at around 2:15 PM, Ajaz called the woman to his Jogeshwari home and assaulted her. Later, on April 24, 2025, at about 3:15 PM, he visited her home, again promising marriage before repeating the assault.
Following the complaint, the police registered a case against Ajaz.
Previous Bail Application Rejected
Earlier, the Dindoshi Sessions Court had rejected Ajaz’s anticipatory bail plea. His defense claimed that the relationship was consensual and that the complainant was aware Ajaz was already married.
However, the court observed that although the complainant is an adult, the consent given was not entirely free and clear. The investigating agency pointed out Ajaz’s criminal history and emphasized the need for police custody to collect evidence, including medical reports, phone records, WhatsApp chats, call recordings, and voice samples.
The police also warned that if Ajaz is granted bail, there is a risk he might tamper with evidence or influence witnesses.
Upcoming Hearing in Bombay High Court
The hearing on Ajaz Khan’s anticipatory bail application in the Bombay High Court is scheduled for next week.