Meghan Markle Faces Rs 85 Crore Lawsuit Over Homemade Bath Salts Recipe

Meghan Markle is facing a Rs 85 crore lawsuit in India over a bath salts recipe featured in her Netflix show. The plaintiff claims to have suffered burns from using the DIY recipe and has filed a lawsuit against Meghan Markle, Netflix, and her media company, Archewell Productions, alleging a "duty of care" to provide adequate warnings to viewers. The defendants' lawyer claims that there is no inherent danger in the recipe and that the plaintiff cannot pierce the First Amendment protections for speech.

Meghan Markle is embroiled in a legal battle in India, where a disgruntled fan has filed a lawsuit against her, Netflix, and her media company, Archewell Productions. The plaintiff alleges that the former actress failed to uphold her "duty of care" in her Netflix show, leading to injuries from a DIY bath salts recipe. The lawsuit seeks Rs 85 crore in damages [1].

The incident involves a fan who attempted to replicate the bath salt recipe featured in Meghan's Netflix series "With Love, Meghan." The recipe included ingredients like Epsom salt, Himalayan salt, arnica oil, and lavender oil. The fan, identified as Robin Patrick, claims to have suffered burns and ulcers from using the mixture, which is reportedly unsuitable for people with diabetes [1].

The plaintiff's lawyer has argued that Meghan and her companies should have provided adequate warnings about the potential risks of the recipe. The lawsuit alleges that the injuries have significantly impacted the fan's daily life and may have long-term effects, including the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) [1].

Meghan's lawyer, Cameron Stracher, has disputed the claims, arguing that the fan should have been aware of the risks associated with the ingredients, especially for someone with diabetes. Stracher also noted that the use of Epsom salts is contraindicated for individuals with diabetes and that the packaging should have been sufficient warning [1].

The lawsuit comes amidst a period of increased scrutiny for Meghan, who recently shared her experiences as a female founder on her podcast. The legal battle is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding Meghan's public image and business ventures [1].

The potential lawsuit is not the only challenge Meghan is facing. In a separate development, a Hong Kong-based DIY watch brand, DIY Watch Club, is shifting its focus to Europe due to increased tariffs on low-value packages from China and Hong Kong to the United States. The company has seen a significant increase in its market share in Europe, from approximately 6% to around 30% [2].

The legal battle in India and the market shift for DIY Watch Club highlight the potential risks and challenges faced by businesses in the global market. The case also raises important questions about the responsibilities of public figures and companies in providing adequate warnings and disclaimers for their products and content.

References:
[1] https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/meghan-markle-slams-fan-threatening-213048016.html
[2] https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2025:newsml_L4N3R80GG:0-hong-kong-diy-watch-brand-sets-sights-on-europe-amid-trump-tariffs/