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Kerala High Court orders police protection for Kumbh Mela woman during Madhya Pradesh visit

Kerala High Court has granted police protection to a woman famous for her viral presence at Kumbh Mela as she heads to Madhya Pradesh, facing significant legal troubles, including abduction allegations against her husband, Farmaan Khan. After receiving a disturbing death threat, the couple is required to appear before Madhya Pradesh High Court by July 3 for their upcoming bail hearing.

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Jun 20, 2026 · 1 min read · 8 views
Kerala High Court orders police protection for Kumbh Mela woman during Madhya Pradesh visit

Key Takeaways

  • The Kerala High Court granted transit bail to the couple, allowing them to seek anticipatory bail from Madhya Pradesh by July 3.
  • Farmaan Khan faces serious charges, including kidnapping and offenses against SC/ST persons, amid allegations of child marriage.
  • The couple received a death threat stating they would be 'shot to death' if they did not comply with demands.
  • Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas ordered police protection for the couple during their trip to Madhya Pradesh amid ongoing legal challenges.
  • Their marriage in March 2026 has ignited controversy, with claims from her family that she is only 16 years old.

A woman who shot to fame from her viral Kumbh Mela appearance is heading to Madhya Pradesh under police protection . Trouble surrounds her husband. Serious legal charges. Her father accuses her spouse, actor Farmaan Khan, of misconduct . Threats against them are chilling — reportedly they will be "shot to death."

Earlier this month, court granted the couple temporary bail to seek pre-arrest bail from Madhya Pradesh judiciary. Khan faces accusations of abduction,violations against Scheduled Castes and Tribes, and child marriage. They must appear in court by July 3,when temporary bail expires.

In reaction to death threats, they requested legal protection. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas ordered the Ernakulam Central police station to ensure their safety en route. Kerala police will escort them to Madhya Pradesh and back home.

The couple married in March 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram, sparking controversy. Her family claims she's only 16. They allege Khan manipulated her, calling it "love jihad," a term loaded with suspicion in India for interfaith marriages. A follow-up hearing set for July 10 . Will court's orders hold…?

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