'Will not be intimidated into silence': Celina Jaitly reacts to estranged husband Peter Haag and father-in-law's legal notices amid ugly divorce battle

Actress Celina Jaitly has strongly responded to legal notices sent by her estranged husband, Peter Haag, and father-in-law, Wolfgang Haag, amid their ongoing divorce and child custody dispute. The former Bollywood actor took to her Instagram handle and said she would not be silenced by legal threats and maintained that she has every right to speak about her personal experiences and seek justice through legal channels. Her statement comes days after the two men reportedly threatened defamation proceedings over her public remarks about the family dispute.

Celina responds to defamation threats

The controversy began after legal notices were sent to Celina on behalf of Peter Haag and Wolfgang Haag. According to the notices, the actress allegedly made false and defamatory statements through social media posts, interviews and other public interactions while matrimonial and custody proceedings remain pending in Austrian courts.

In response, Celina issued a detailed statement through her legal representatives at Karanjawala & Co. She argued that discussing her own experiences and pursuing legal remedies should not be considered defamation.

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The actress claimed that the notices were an attempt to shift attention away from ongoing legal matters, including police complaints, allegations of violence and issues currently being examined by courts and authorities.

"I will not remain silent"

In a lengthy statement shared publicly, Celina made it clear that she has no intention of backing down.

According to the actress, she has faced repeated attempts to undermine her position as a mother despite her efforts to seek joint custody of her children. She said her public appeals were motivated by concerns regarding her children's welfare and the possibility of them being moved outside the jurisdiction of Indian and Austrian courts without her consent or knowledge.

Celina stated that as a mother pursuing joint custody, she believes it is both her right and responsibility to raise such concerns publicly when necessary.

She further alleged that, "I have long felt subjected to pressure, intimidation, and attacks on my rights while living in a remote Austrian village, specifically as a woman who lost both her parents. All evidence has been placed before competent authorities and honourable courts across jurisdictions. What appears to trouble some is not that I have spoken, but that I have refused to remain silent. I had the courage to leave, stand up for myself, seek the return of what I believe is rightfully mine, protect my relationship with my children, and pursue justice through lawful means. I believe efforts are now being made to discredit, intimidate, and silence me."

Allegations of abuse and intimidation

In her statement, Celina also made serious allegations regarding her marriage. She claimed that she endured years of abuse and that her premarital assets were transferred under circumstances she has challenged.

The actress said that evidence supporting her claims has already been submitted before relevant authorities and courts in different jurisdictions. According to her, the issue is not that she has spoken publicly, but that she has refused to stay silent.

Celina further alleged that efforts were being made to discredit and intimidate her after she chose to seek legal remedies and fight for what she believes are her rights.

Concluding her statement, she declared, "I will not be intimidated into silence for speaking about my experiences or seeking the legal remedies available to me. I am fighting with evidence and have full faith in the judicial systems of India and Austria,"

FIR registered against Peter Haag

The legal dispute has also extended beyond the divorce proceedings. According to reports, Mumbai Police recently registered an FIR against Peter Haag following a complaint filed by Celina. He has reportedly been booked under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita related to alleged physical violence, cruelty, criminal intimidation and harassment.

Authorities are currently collecting evidence and statements as part of the ongoing investigation. The allegations remain under investigation, and no court has ruled on the claims.

For the unversed, Celina Jaitly married Peter Haag in 2010 after stepping away from mainstream Bollywood. The couple welcomed twin boys in 2012 and another set of twins in 2017. However, one of the infants passed away shortly after birth.

Their relationship has now become the subject of a highly public legal dispute spanning multiple jurisdictions. While Peter Haag reportedly filed for divorce in Austria last year, the custody and legal battles continue.

As the proceedings move forward, Celina has made it clear that she intends to continue speaking about her experiences and pursuing her case through the courts, despite the legal notices and ongoing challenges.