Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa Sparks Family Feud: Sister-in-Law Ramola Questions Gift Deed to Jaya Bachchan
A property dispute involving Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic Jalsa bungalow in Mumbai has recently come to light. According to a report from Mumbai Mirror, the superstar’s sister-in-law, Ramola Bachchan, has challenged a gift deed executed in 1993, which transferred ownership of the property to Jaya Bachchan. This legal battle has raised questions about the legitimacy of the transaction and the ownership history of one of Bollywood’s most famous residences.
Ramola Bachchan’s Claims
Ramola, the wife of Amitabh’s brother Ajitabh Bachchan, has reportedly filed multiple complaints with registration authorities over the past seven months. She asserts that she was neither aware of nor consented to the transaction that transferred the property. The matter is currently under examination by the authorities, who are tasked with determining the validity of her claims.
As detailed in the report, Jalsa was originally recorded in Ramola’s name before being transferred to Jaya’s name. The dispute has resurfaced following alleged attempts to remove Ramola’s name from the government’s Property Card and replace it with Jaya’s. Interestingly, while records from Kapol Housing Society reportedly show Jaya as the owner, the Property Card continues to carry Ramola’s name, complicating the situation further.
Questions Surrounding the Gift Deed
The report also highlights concerns regarding the execution of the 1993 gift deed. According to the complaints filed by Ramola, the document was prepared on plain paper without stamp duty being paid at the time and allegedly lacked witnesses. She has raised questions about its subsequent registration and regularization under the Abhay Yojana scheme, which adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing dispute.
The matter has now reached the office of the Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies in Andheri. Deputy Registrar Faiyaz Mulani confirmed to Mumbai Mirror that a hearing has been initiated and that the other parties involved have been asked to submit their responses. This indicates that the authorities are taking the allegations seriously and are working to resolve the issue.
Background on Jalsa
Jalsa, one of Mumbai’s most famous celebrity residences, has been associated with Amitabh Bachchan for decades. Originally named Mansa, the property was owned by producer N C Sippy. Reports suggest that it was given to Amitabh Bachchan as remuneration for his 1982 film, Satte Pe Satta. The superstar has previously discussed the property’s history, including instances of purchasing, selling, and later reacquiring it.
As the dispute unfolds, Amitabh Bachchan has not responded to Mumbai Mirror’s queries. Jaya Bachchan could not be reached for comment, while a spokesperson for Abhishek Bachchan declined to comment, describing the matter as an internal family issue. The allegations remain disputed, and the authorities are yet to determine the validity of the documents and ownership-related claims.
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