After Habijan's reaction, Dropulić changed the story: "I am not his coach"
Following a public outcry over a photograph of Justice Minister Damir Habijan with fitness trainer Filip Dropulić, who has a history of violence against an ex-girlfriend, Dropulić has denied being Habijan's trainer.
Minister Habijan spoke out: Filip Dropulić is not my trainer; Dropulić: My client is
Croatian Justice Minister Damir Habijan clarified that Filip Dropulić is not his trainer amidst social media controversy regarding Dropulić's past conviction for violence against women, which was a misdemeanor and has been rehabilitated.
Habijan comments on hanging out with a coach who assaulted his ex-girlfriend
Damir Habijan has commented on a widely shared photo of him with coach Filip Dropulić, who has a history of violence against women, stemming from a conviction in 2016 for a public offense.
What did Ela Jerković reveal about violence in the relationship with the guy she takes photos with, Habijan
In June 2025, Croatian influencer Ela Jerković discussed the violence she experienced during her relationship with convicted bodybuilder Filip Dropulić on a podcast, highlighting her concerns about his association with politician Damir Habijan.
Habijan publishes photos with a coach who hit his ex-girlfriend
Filip Dropulić, a bodybuilder and coach, faces backlash after sharing a photo with Justice Minister Damir Habijan, having previously been convicted for violence against women.
Coach kicked girlfriend in the head, expelled from the federation. Habijan is taking him to the Ministry
Filip Dropulić, a coach and bodybuilder, has been expelled from the federation after being condemned for violence against women, while he is seen with Justice Minister Damir Habijan.
Coach Kicked Girl in the Head, Expelled from the Association. Habijan Takes Him to the Ministry
Filip Dropulić, a coach and bodybuilder, has recently come under scrutiny on social media after being photographed with Justice Minister Damir Habijan, following his conviction for violence against women, stemming from a 2016 court ruling.