Celina Jaitley spotted alongside PBKS Owner Preity Zinta in Dharamsala during PBKS vs MI IPL 2026

Mumbai Indians kept their IPL 2026 campaign alive with a thrilling six-wicket victory over Punjab Kings in a high-scoring clash at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Thursday. Chasing a challenging target of 201, MI reached 205/4 in 19.5 overs, thanks to a sensational unbeaten knock from Tilak Varma, who anchored the chase brilliantly with 75 runs off just 33 balls.

The match turned out to be special for several reasons beyond the on-field action. Indian star pacer Jasprit Bumrah registered his first victory as Mumbai Indians captain, making the night even more memorable for the franchise. The game also attracted attention off the field as Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta was present in the stands alongside Bollywood actress Celina Jaitley.

Jaitley’s appearance at the stadium quickly caught the attention of fans and social media users amid reports surrounding her ongoing domestic violence case involving her husband, Peter Haag. Her presence became one of the talking points of the evening alongside the Mumbai Indians’ thrilling victory.

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Celina Jaitley cheers for PBKS alongside owner Preity Zinta at Dharamsala during PBKS vs MI IPL 2026

Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly was spotted cheering for Punjab Kings alongside team co-owner Preity Zinta during the PBKS vs MI IPL 2026 clash in Dharamsala. While Zinta has been a regular presence at Punjab Kings’ home matches this season, Jaitly’s rare public appearance quickly grabbed attention online and created a buzz among fans on social media.

The two actresses were seen applauding enthusiastically after Prabhsimran Singh reached his half-century during Punjab’s innings. The visuals from the stands soon went viral, with many fans reacting to the unexpected Bollywood presence at the high-profile IPL encounter.

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As the match progressed, tension was clearly visible in the Punjab Kings camp whenever wickets fell. Preity Zinta appeared deeply involved in the contest and looked concerned during crucial moments of the innings. Celina Jaitly, seated beside her, was equally engaged throughout the game, passionately supporting the Shreyas Iyer-led side. Her reactions and enthusiasm during the match made it evident that she was not just a spectator but was fully invested in Punjab Kings’ performance on the night.

Who is Celina Jaitley's husband & what are the domestic violence allegations against him?

The Mumbai Police have reportedly registered an FIR against Bollywood actress Celina Jaitley’s husband, Peter Haag. A Look Out Circular (LOC) has also been issued against him as part of the ongoing investigation.

According to reports, Peter Haag has been booked under multiple charges, including cruelty, harassment, physical assault, and criminal intimidation. As per a report by Mid-Day, the case was registered at Versova Police Station following allegations made by Celina Jaitly regarding domestic violence and sustained harassment.

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The FIR reportedly includes several sections under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, related to cruelty, physical assault, harassment, and criminal intimidation. Authorities are said to have issued the Look Out Circular after Peter Haag allegedly failed to cooperate with the investigation process.

Apart from the criminal proceedings, legal action under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, is also reportedly underway. The matter is currently under investigation, and no official statement from Peter Haag regarding the allegations has been made public so far.

Fans react to Celina Jaitley's surprise Dharamsala outing with Preity Zinta

Celina Jaitly’s appearance at the IPL 2026 clash in Dharamsala quickly became a major talking point on social media, with fans reacting strongly to her rare public outing. Many users praised the actress for appearing confident and composed amid the ongoing legal controversy involving her husband, Peter Haag.  Here is how the fans reacted: 

PBKS vs MI, Match 58, IPL 2026 – Brief Scorecard

• PBKS: 200/8 (Prabhsimran 57,  Omarzai 38; Shardul 4/39)
• MI: 205/4 ( Tilak 75*, Rickelton 48;  Omarzai 2/36)
• Result: MI won by 6 wickets

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