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catlover79 · 04-10-2007, 03:53 PM

Hurley's Indian wedding an insult, Hindus tell court Tue Apr 10, 12:40 PM ET

JODHPUR, India (AFP) - An Indian court will this week hear testimony that British model Elizabeth Hurley and her husband Arun Nayar mocked Hindu traditions with their "showcase" wedding, a laywer said Tuesday.

A decision whether the glamorous couple should be prosecuted in the desert city of Jodhpur -- where they wed a month ago but may now risk jail -- could come as early as next week, said lawyer Hastimal Saraswat.

The pair staged a lavish ceremony at a Rajasthan fort that was exclusively covered by celebrity magazine Hello!, which reportedly paid two million pounds (3.9 million dollars) for the rights.

But after seeing the pictures in the magazine, an angry Jodhpur resident hired Saraswat to take legal action.

"Liz Hurley and Arun Nayar insulted Hindu tradition and I want them to be severely punished," Vishnu Khandelwal, a devout Hindu who runs a printing press, told AFP Tuesday.

The court has already heard from two witnesses, including Khandelwal, and will hear testimony from at least three more, including a Hindu priest, said lawyer Saraswat.

Khandelwal said he was upset when he saw Hurley and Nayar had taken alcohol prior to the religious rites and kissed near the sacred fire that Hindus hold to be the witness to the marriage.

"They sat on a sofa and they were supposed to sit on the floor," Khandelwal added.

His petition to the court -- which will decide whether or not to prosecute -- also pointed out that Hurley wore leather footwear near the fire, in a land that worships the cow.

"Liz and Nayar had already married in Christian tradition. In spite of this to make a profit they did a showcase marriage in Jodhpur," said Khandelwal.

The couple wed at an English castle prior to heading east for their Indian nuptials.

The bride's own father-in-law is considering testifying against the couple in the case, the lawyer said.

Vinod Nayar told Sunday tabloids in Britain he had severed ties with his son after the younger Nayar ejected him from the marriage proceedings at Hurley's behest.

"He is very upset with Liz," said Saraswat. "He has told us that if you need help in court I will give it."

The petition was filed under section 295 A of the Indian Penal Code, which makes it an offence punishable by three years in jail to "outrage" any group's religion with "deliberate and malicious intention."

coffield3 · 04-10-2007, 03:56 PM

So?

Superstar · 04-10-2007, 04:20 PM

i dont really get why they'd go to jail though....................

Mr. Cranky · 04-10-2007, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by coffield3

So?

Wow, that's a big contribution to the thread you're making. You must have thought long and hard about that.

coffield3 · 04-10-2007, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Cranky

Wow, that's a big contribution to the thread you're making. You must have thought long and hard about that.

I did real real hard now guess what?...........my brain even hurts! ooooooooo

Mr. Cranky · 04-10-2007, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by coffield3

I did real real hard now guess what?...........my brain even hurts! ooooooooo

Rest up then, take a nap....if a one word reply makes your brain hurt, good luck to you.

Ireneparalegal · 04-10-2007, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Superstar

i dont really get why they'd go to jail though....................

They violated some penal code in that country regarding religion/wedding rituals.

I just heard on the news that the in-laws of Hurley's are none too happy with her behavior either. Something abt the father wanting to disown his son. Wow, they really take this seriously I guess.

AB · 04-10-2007, 07:01 PM

When you go to another country like that you never know what customs or laws you could end up breaking. Its kind of frightening.

Superstar · 04-10-2007, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

They violated some penal code in that country regarding religion/wedding rituals.

I just heard on the news that the in-laws of Hurley's are none too happy with her behavior either. Something abt the father wanting to disown his son. Wow, they really take this seriously I guess.

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The petition was filed under section 295 A of the Indian Penal Code, which makes it an offence punishable by three years in jail to "outrage" any group's religion with "deliberate and malicious intention."

I just noticed this at the end of the article. Yup, they sure do seem to take it seriously

Mr. Cranky · 04-10-2007, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

They violated some penal code in that country regarding religion/wedding rituals.

I just heard on the news that the in-laws of Hurley's are none too happy with her behavior either. Something abt the father wanting to disown his son. Wow, they really take this seriously I guess.

I'd say Liz is going to have her work cut out for her with her new family.

Ireneparalegal · 04-10-2007, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by annball1957

When you go to another country like that you never know what customs or laws you could end up breaking. Its kind of frightening.

So true, so very true. Seeing that her new husband is from INDIA, and her in-laws are DEVOUT HINDUS, don't you think somebody should have said something prior? I mean, when you plan a wedding, you are laying out your plans, talking to family members abt those plans, what their roles are, you learn the religious aspect of this ritual, etc.

catlover79 · 04-10-2007, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

So true, so very true. Seeing that her new husband is from INDIA, and her in-laws are DEVOUT HINDUS, don't you think somebody should have said something prior? I mean, when you plan a wedding, you are laying out your plans, talking to family members abt those plans, what their roles are, you learn the religious aspect of this ritual, etc.

Good point Irene, but it seems as if the in-laws are not on the best of terms with Liz. Maybe they kept silent on purpose so Liz would get in trouble.

This makes the ELR feud between Marie and Deb look like a picnic!!

Ireneparalegal · 04-10-2007, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

Good point Irene, but it seems as if the in-laws are not on the best of terms with Liz. Maybe they kept silent on purpose so Liz would get in trouble.

This makes the ELR feud between Marie and Deb look like a picnic!!

EVERYBODY HATES HURLEY!

dawsongirl · 04-10-2007, 08:21 PM

Liz Hurley strikes me as one of those Hollywood prima donnas who doesn't care who or what they knock down; they just want their way. I mean, why else would you bring a damn magazine along to India for a wedding you already had and didn't adhere to tradition with in the first place? Because you're a total histrionic narsissist.

Ireneparalegal · 04-10-2007, 08:36 PM

I know that Liz had two weddings. One traditional and the other for her husband who is of course of Indian descent. She wanted both traditions. I just don't get how you could be with a man for so long who has traditions, faith and family and not be told what is RIGHT and WRONG. I mean, she didn't put this whole thing together by herself.

04-10-2007, 03:53 PM	#1
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Liz Hurley: Wedding Gown to Prison Stripes?? Hurley's Indian wedding an insult, Hindus tell court Tue Apr 10, 12:40 PM ET JODHPUR, India (AFP) - An Indian court will this week hear testimony that British model Elizabeth Hurley and her husband Arun Nayar mocked Hindu traditions with their "showcase" wedding, a laywer said Tuesday. A decision whether the glamorous couple should be prosecuted in the desert city of Jodhpur -- where they wed a month ago but may now risk jail -- could come as early as next week, said lawyer Hastimal Saraswat. The pair staged a lavish ceremony at a Rajasthan fort that was exclusively covered by celebrity magazine Hello!, which reportedly paid two million pounds (3.9 million dollars) for the rights. But after seeing the pictures in the magazine, an angry Jodhpur resident hired Saraswat to take legal action. "Liz Hurley and Arun Nayar insulted Hindu tradition and I want them to be severely punished," Vishnu Khandelwal, a devout Hindu who runs a printing press, told AFP Tuesday. The court has already heard from two witnesses, including Khandelwal, and will hear testimony from at least three more, including a Hindu priest, said lawyer Saraswat. Khandelwal said he was upset when he saw Hurley and Nayar had taken alcohol prior to the religious rites and kissed near the sacred fire that Hindus hold to be the witness to the marriage. "They sat on a sofa and they were supposed to sit on the floor," Khandelwal added. His petition to the court -- which will decide whether or not to prosecute -- also pointed out that Hurley wore leather footwear near the fire, in a land that worships the cow. "Liz and Nayar had already married in Christian tradition. In spite of this to make a profit they did a showcase marriage in Jodhpur," said Khandelwal. The couple wed at an English castle prior to heading east for their Indian nuptials. The bride's own father-in-law is considering testifying against the couple in the case, the lawyer said. Vinod Nayar told Sunday tabloids in Britain he had severed ties with his son after the younger Nayar ejected him from the marriage proceedings at Hurley's behest. "He is very upset with Liz," said Saraswat. "He has told us that if you need help in court I will give it." The petition was filed under section 295 A of the Indian Penal Code, which makes it an offence punishable by three years in jail to "outrage" any group's religion with "deliberate and malicious intention."
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coffield3 <3 Forum Veteran Join Date: Jul 23, 2006 Location: England Posts: 7,379	So?

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Superstar Member Forum Icon Join Date: Dec 08, 2003 Posts: 63,316	i dont really get why they'd go to jail though....................

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AB Member Eternal Member Forum Icon Join Date: Dec 26, 2006 Location: The South Posts: 59,428	When you go to another country like that you never know what customs or laws you could end up breaking. Its kind of frightening.

04-10-2007, 08:21 PM	#14
dawsongirl Member Forum Icon Join Date: Jan 04, 2001 Posts: 53,140	Liz Hurley strikes me as one of those Hollywood prima donnas who doesn't care who or what they knock down; they just want their way. I mean, why else would you bring a damn magazine along to India for a wedding you already had and didn't adhere to tradition with in the first place? Because you're a total histrionic narsissist.

04-10-2007, 08:36 PM	#15
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,691	I know that Liz had two weddings. One traditional and the other for her husband who is of course of Indian descent. She wanted both traditions. I just don't get how you could be with a man for so long who has traditions, faith and family and not be told what is RIGHT and WRONG. I mean, she didn't put this whole thing together by herself.