Celebrity chef Kunal Kapur recently secured a divorce ruling in his favor from the Delhi High Court, citing cruelty by his former wife as the primary reason. The court’s decision overturned the family court’s initial denial of divorce, emphasizing the lack of respect and empathy exhibited by Kapur’s wife towards him.
According to reports, the judgment highlighted the severity of making unfounded accusations against a spouse in public, labeling such behavior as cruel. Justices Suresh Kumar Kait and Neena Bansal Krishna, comprising the bench, stressed that when one partner demonstrates such disdain and disregard for the other, it undermines the essence of marriage.
Kunal Kapur, renowned for his role as a judge on the popular television show “Master Chef,” accused his wife of disrespecting his parents and subjecting him to humiliation. In contrast, his wife contested these allegations, claiming she made efforts to nurture a loving relationship and remained faithful to him. However, she accused Kapur of withholding information and fabricating claims to initiate the divorce proceedings.
The court acknowledged Kapur’s remarkable achievements as a celebrity chef despite the short duration of their marriage, highlighting his dedication and hard work. It dismissed the wife’s accusations as unsubstantiated attempts to tarnish Kapur’s reputation, underscoring the damaging impact of such claims on one’s standing.
In its ruling, the court recognized that disagreements are inevitable in any marriage but emphasized that they should not escalate to disrespect and disregard for a spouse. The judgment underscores the fundamental importance of empathy, respect, and dignity within the institution of marriage.