This entertainment law bulletin reviews major copyright infringement cases, including disputes involving Amitabh Bachchan’s film, IPRS versus YRF, and Madhubala’s biopic. It also covers international cases such as the Nirvana logo lawsuit and Jay Z’s recent settlement.
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Court Limits the Scope of ‘Fair Dealing’ under Copyright law
The Delhi High Court has clarified that the fair dealing exception does not cover unauthorised use of copyrighted works in entertainment television programmes. This judgment emphasises the limits of fair use in Indian copyright law.
Read more about Court Limits the Scope of ‘Fair Dealing’ under Copyright lawJohn Doe Orders obtained by makers of ‘Sultan’
Yash Raj Films secured a John Doe order from the Bombay High Court to combat piracy of Sultan, allowing blocking of infringing links and restricting unauthorised broadcasts. This legal step demonstrates the effectiveness of copyright injunctions in protecting films against unlawful distribution.
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