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Changes in Thackeray Biopic, Infringement at New Year’s Events, case against Jennifer Lopez, Mattel Loses Rights to DC Toys and More

This article examines recent legal cases and regulatory changes in copyright law, including film censorship, public performance licensing, and merchandising rights. It highlights key disputes such as the Thackeray biopic and international lawsuits involving music and toys, providing objective analysis of their implications.

Padmavati and Film Censorship: Fiction is Fact; Fact is Fiction!

The Padmavati controversy brings to light complex issues in film censorship and the certification process in India. This post provides a legal perspective on the balance between creative freedom, historical interpretation, and public sentiment.

Censoring The Intelligent Film Spectator

This post explores whether film censorship in India remains justified, given the evolution of the film spectator’s intelligence and access to information. It advocates for a shift in the Censor Board’s role, focusing on certification rather than pre-censorship.

Film Expression and Censorship in India: Intelligent, Informed Spectator standard (Part 5)

This article analyses film censorship in India using the intelligent, informed spectator standard and contemporary social norms. It highlights a structured legal process for assessment, emphasizing that free expression should be the rule and restraint an exception.

Film Expression and Censorship in India: Udta Punjab and Lipstick under my Burkah (Part 3)

This post explores landmark cases of film censorship in India, such as Udta Punjab and Lipstick Under My Burkha, and reviews how the CBFC’s decisions were challenged in court. It objectively analyses the legal reasoning and broader implications for freedom of expression in Indian cinema.

Film Expression and Censorship in India: An Introduction (Part 1)

This post examines the legal framework governing film censorship in India. It discusses the impact of films, the certification process by the CBFC, and the constitutional principles shaping restrictions on film expression.

Udta Punjab and Online Piracy of Bollywood Movies

Udta Punjab faced both censorship disputes and an online piracy crisis before its release. The article examines legal remedies, including John Doe orders, and the broader impact of Bollywood movie piracy on film-makers’ rights.