Mumbai, Feb. 2 -- Depp's narrative was one of defamation and character assassination. His legal team argued that Heard's accusations were invented, a calculated move to tarnish his reputation. Depp recounted incidents where he was allegedly on the receiving end of violence, highlighting a particularly graphic account where a vodka bottle thrown by Heard supposedly severed his finger. His portrayal of Heard was damning, labeling her a "calculating, diagnosed borderline personality" and narcissist. "She was the abuser, not him," his barrister proclaimed, attempting to flip the script on the public's perception.

The legal proceedings provided a stage for the airing of dirty laundry. Depp admitted to his fair share of excesses, including a m...