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…
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Lawyering the Playfield: Empowering Grassroots Sports in India, by Ishaan Michael
1. Introduction Sports in India transcend games, serving as a unifying force that brings people together, from the roaring support for the Men in Blue to the spirited cheers for local kabaddi teams. At the heart of these vibrant spectacles lies the grassroots sports—a nurturing ground for future champions and a source of joy, health,…
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…
Leveling the Playing Field: How Competition Law Can Transform the IPL, by Ishaan Michael
Introduction The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has long been a dominant force in Indian cricket, particularly with its control over the Indian Premier League (IPL). This dominance has raised questions about its compliance with competition laws, especially when viewed through the lens of the Bosman ruling, which revolutionized player transfers in…
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…
From Fan Engagement to Fan Outrage: Why BCCI won’t let you share those outstanding cricket plays on social media, by Ishaan Michael
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has recently come under fire for its strict social media guidelines imposed on IPL teams and commentators. These guidelines restrict the posting of pictures and videos from live matches on social media platforms. This blog aims to analyze the legal rationale behind these restrictions. You witness…
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