1. Opening Scene: An AI-Authored Ending In August 2025, Eros International reignited the passion and pain of Raanjhanaa, the 2013 Bollywood classic directed by Aanand L. Rai, by re-releasing its Tamil version, Ambikapathy, with a twist: an AI-generated happy ending. Gone is the tragic death of Kundan (Dhanush), replaced by a scene where he opens…
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Rocky Aur Rani vs. Like Jennie: Copy, Coincidence, or Creative Clash? by Ankshita Rout
Plagiarism accusations have long haunted the music industry — and the latest storm features Bollywood and K-pop at the center. In March 2025, K-pop artist Jennie posted a nine-second teaser of her new single, Like Jennie, on social media. What was meant to generate excitement around its imminent release quickly turned into controversy when netizens…
Fade to Black: Technicolor’s Collapse and the Plight of India’s Creative Workforce, by Advocate Vaidehi Harshad Samant and Abhishek Aman Inamdar
For over 3,000 workers in Bengaluru and Mumbai, the news of Technicolor Group’s closure on February 24, 2025, wasn’t just a headline—it was a visceral blow. These weren’t mere statistics; they were artists, animators, and technicians whose creative hands shaped Hollywood icons like Mufasa: The Lion King, Kung Fu Panda, and the Harry Potter series….
The Hidden Millions: Legal Guide to Back-End Deals in Bollywood & Beyond, by Ishaan Michael
1. Introduction In 2023, India’s media and entertainment industry was valued at over $28 billion and is projected to surpass $50 billion by 2030. As box office trends shift and streaming platforms dominate, the way industry professionals—actors, directors, producers, and studios—structure their compensation is evolving. One of the most significant trends shaping Bollywood, Tollywood, and…
Remakes in Bollywood: Navigating the Fine Line Between Homage and Over-Replication, by Ankshita Rout
THE HINDI FILM INDUSTRY AND THE TREND OF REMAKES The Hindi film industry has, over the years, been recognized for its ability to remake films inspired by both regional cinema and Hollywood. Now, the forthcoming “Loveyapa”, directed by Advit Chandan, releasing on 7 February 2024, is an adaptation of the Tamil movie, “Love Today”. By…
Exploring Content, Culture and Branding ft. our homegrown “TVF”: A Legal Perspective
Can a legal framework dictate how stories are told in India? Brand integration, also known as branded content or product placement, involves strategically embedding a brand’s products or services within entertainment media to enhance visibility and create a seamless connection with the audience. In the Indian context, this practice has gained significant traction, particularly within…
Navigating the Cinematic Landscape: The Role of CBFC and Film Certification in India, by Pravas Naik
Introduction Censorship has been a hot topic of debate for decades, especially in the realm of visual media. Defined as a mechanism to restrict public expression of ideas, opinions, and concepts, its primary aim is to uphold societal morals and values. However, it often seems like moral policing by the authorities and nothing more. The…
BEHIND THE SCENES: IT ENDS WITH SUE – THE BLAKE AND JUSTIN DRAMA WITH AN INDIAN TWIST, by ANKSHITA ROUT
The rapidly escalating controversy surrounding “It Ends With Us” has transformed from whispered rumours of creative differences into serious legal allegations, with Blake Lively filing a formal complaint against Justin Baldoni that has sent shockwaves through Hollywood. The filing with the California Civil Rights Department reveals a deeply troubled production environment that came to a…
Scalping the Spotlight: How Bots, Black Markets, and Legal Loopholes Exploit Concert-Goers in India, by Pravas Naik
INTRODUCTION: Ticket resale, commonly referred to as scalping or touting, has turned the entertainment industry into a Hunger Games arena where genuine fans often feel like tributes. With demand for live events soaring higher than a rock star’s high note, this practice of reselling tickets at sky-high prices leaves fans feeling like they’ve been hit…
Three Seconds to Chaos: When Copyright Hits the Fan – Understanding the Dhanush-Nayanthara Dispute – by Ishaan Michael
1. Introduction The ongoing legal dispute between Tamil cinema stars Nayanthara and Dhanush highlights key issues in copyright law, specifically the application of the de minimis doctrine, ownership rights, and the implications of privately created footage within a copyrighted work’s ecosystem. The matter revolves around Nayanthara’s Netflix documentary, Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale, and Dhanush’s objection to…
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