{"id":43640,"date":"2018-08-26T15:06:32","date_gmt":"2018-08-26T09:36:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/one\/?p=43640"},"modified":"2025-06-17T14:08:43","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T08:38:43","slug":"legal-notice-sony-copyright-film-titles-dispute-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bananaip.com\/intellepedia\/legal-notice-sony-copyright-film-titles-dispute-india\/","title":{"rendered":"LEGAL NOTICE TO SONY, COPYRIGHT IN FILM TITLES, RICK AND MORTY THEMED BAR CLOSED, LEGAL NOTICE TO DONALD TRUMP, SIMPSONS MERCHANDISE AND MORE"},"content":{"rendered":"

IUCAA Serves Rs 50 Lakh Notice to TV Serial, Madras High Court Upholds Copyright in Film Title \u2018Naan Aanaiittaal\u2019, Rick and Morty Bar Forced to Shut Down Over Copyright Dispute, Kickboxer: Retaliation Film Leaked, Steven Tyler Sends Cease and Desist to Donald Trump, ASOS Designs Unveils the Simpsons Line, The Rolling Stones New and Expanded UMG Partnership.<\/p>\n

COPYRIGHT QUOTE OF THE WEEK<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The problem with copyright enforcement is that when the parameters aren’t incredibly well defined, it means big corporations, who have deeper pockets and better lawyers, can bully people. – Shepard Fairey<\/p>\n

INDIAN COPYRIGHT STATISTICS<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There is an increase of 15% in the total number of copyright applications filed this week as compared to last week. A total of 291 applications were filed for copyright registration during the last week. Most of the applications were filed for literary and artistic works. Applications for cinematograph film works increased substantially from 1 to 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
S. No<\/strong><\/td>\nTypes of Work<\/strong><\/td>\nNumber of Applications filed in the Previous Week<\/strong>
\n(6th<\/sup> \u00a0August to 12th <\/sup>\u00a0August, 2018)<\/strong><\/td>\n		Number of Applications filed in the Recent Week<\/strong>
\n(13th<\/sup> \u00a0August to 19th<\/sup> August, 2018)<\/strong><\/td>\n		Change<\/strong><\/td>\nPercent Change<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1.<\/td>\nLiterary Work<\/td>\n125<\/td>\n138<\/td>\n13<\/td>\nIncrease of 10%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2.<\/td>\nMusical Work<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n3<\/td>\nDecrease of 43%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3.<\/td>\nArtistic Work<\/td>\n72<\/td>\n111<\/td>\n39<\/td>\nIncrease of 54%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4.<\/td>\nCinematograph Film<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n11<\/td>\nIncrease of 1100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5.<\/td>\nSound Recording<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n2<\/td>\nDecrease of 28%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6.<\/td>\nSoftware<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n20<\/td>\nDecrease of 49%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nTotal<\/td>\n253<\/td>\n291<\/td>\n38<\/td>\nIncrease of 15%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

INDIAN COPYRIGHT NEWS<\/strong><\/h2>\n

IUCAA Serves Rs 50 Lakh Notice to TV Serial<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Inter-university Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) has sent a cease and desist notice to Sony, SAB TV and Dashami Creations, producers of TV serial \u201cNamune\u201d for infringement of copyrights. IUCAA claimed that the serial is largely based on characters created by Purushottam Laxman Deshpande, popularly known as Pu La, through his book \u2018Vyakti and Valli\u2019.
\nAccording to the notice, the copyrights of Pu La\u2019s literature after his death were with his wife Sunita Deshpande, who in turn transferred those rights to IUCAA, in her will. In its notice, IUCAA has sought Rs. 50,00,000 towards damages and compensation for infringement of copyright. The notice also instructs the producers not to telecast any further episodes of the series.<\/p>\n

Madras High Court Upholds Copyright in Film Title \u2018Naan Aanaiittaal’ <\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Madras High Court in a suit regarding the film title copyright \u2018Naan Aanaiittaal\u2019\u00a0has passed an ex-parte order in favor of Sathya Movies. The Court held that Sathya Movies was entitled to the protection for the title of its 1966 film, \u2018Naan Aanaiittaal\u2019, which was registered with the Tamil Film Producers Council. On the basis of the evidence submitted by Sathya movies, and in the absence of any defence from Suresh Productions and other defendants, the Court, without further examining the merits of Sathya Movies\u2019 claim to the film title, decided that ownership over the film title \u2018Naan Aanaiittaal\u2019 vest with Sathya Movies. The Court further ordered that the defendants may not use the title of the film.
\nThis decision is contrary to the Court\u2019s examination of film title protection in\u00a0previous cases wherein it\u00a0was held that there can be no claim for copyright over the title of a film or a literary work.<\/p>\n

INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT NEWS UPDATE<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Rick and Morty Bar Forced to Shut Down Over Copyright Dispute<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A Rick and Morty themed pop-up bar named the Wubba Lubba Dub PUB has been forced to shut down in the US one day after opening following a copyright dispute with Cartoon Network and Turner Broadcasting.
\nThe bar consists of a \u201cfully immersive experience\u201d, including reconstruction of locations, hand-sewn characters, a 25-foot character cutout, specialized drinks menu and other \u201cdeep references\u201d to Rick and Morty, a television show on Adult Swim. Drinks Company, owner of the bar, said that talks with Turner Broadcasting and Cartoon Network had previously reached a compromise, but after launch Drinks Company was threatened with \u201cexorbitant\u201d fees that forced premature closure. As the company was not able to pay the prescribed fee, the bar was shut down due to copyright dispute.<\/p>\n

Kickboxer: Retaliation Film Leaked <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Producers of the film \u201cKickboxer: Retaliation\u201d,<\/em> Our House Films, filed a copyright complaint in California federal court against Tunnel Inc., a postproduction house, for violating its contract and distributing the final cut of the movie to third parties, without permission, prior to the release of the movie. Due to the violation, millions of people watched unauthorized versions of\u00a0Kickboxer: Retaliation\u00a0online before release, according to the complaint.
\nOur House Films\u2019 attorney stated that because the film was available illicitly online worldwide prior to the release, producers were robbed of all or a substantial portion of its value. It brought in about $58,000 in United Arab Emirates theaters, at which its 2016 counterpart\u00a0\u201cKickboxer: Vengeance\u201d grossed more than $200,000. The original 1989\u00a0Kickboxer earned almost $15 million domestically whereas the latest installment made less than $5,000 at the domestic box office. Therefore, the complaint was filed by Our House Films claiming copyright infringement and negligence on part of Tunnel Inc. and is seeking at least $5 million in damages.<\/p>\n

Steven Tyler Sends Cease and Desist to Donald Trump <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Steven Tyler, lead singer of the rock band Aerosmith, sent a cease and desist notice to US President Donald Trump to stop him from using Aerosmith\u2019s song at his rally. The notice is sent after Aerosmith\u2019s famous song “Livin’ on the Edge” was recently played\u00a0in a rally at the Charleston Civic Center in Charleston, West Virginia.\u00a0This is the third cease and desist letter sent by Steven Tyler to Donald Trump. In 2015, Tyler sent two letters to then presidential candidate Donald Trump demanding he stop playing Aerosmith\u2019s song “Dream On” in his rallies and other events.
\nIn this regard, Tyler\u2019s attorney stated that “By using \u201cLivin\u2019 on The Edge\u201d without our client\u2019s permission, Mr. Trump is\u00a0falsely implying<\/em>\u00a0that our client, once again, endorses his campaign and\/or his presidency, as evidenced by actual confusion seen from the reactions of our client\u2019s fans all over social media.”<\/p>\n

MERCHANDISING AND LICENSING NEWS<\/strong><\/h2>\n

ASOS Designs Unveils the Simpsons Line<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A British online fashion and beauty retailer, asos.com, has recently revealed its latest big-name licensed character collaboration with \u201cThe Simpsons\u201d for a summer collection. The 30-piece range has been inspired by 1990\u2019s party culture, with the pieces featuring streetwear influenced styles \u2013 all with a nod to The Simpsons\u2019 much loved characters including Homer, Marge, Lisa, Bart, Maggie and their aunts, Patty and Selma.
\nThe collection includes womenswear, menswear and unisex pieces, with styles available in ASOS Curve and Plus. In addition, Springfield\u2019s Kwik-E-Mart features in the collection on bucket hats and classic tote bags, while the iconic Springfield clouds are featured on a number of denim pieces.<\/p>\n

The Rolling Stones New and Expanded UMG Partnership<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Rolling Stones have announced new and expanded worldwide agreements with Universal Music Group and its subsidiaries. On the licensing front, Bravado, UMG\u2019s brand management and merchandising group, will oversee the global merchandising rights, retail licensing, brand management and e-commerce on behalf of the band, including their tongue logo. Bravado will also work closely with the band to spotlight new creative opportunities across art, retail, sports, lifestyle and tour merchandise. Most recently, Bravado made deals with Paris Saint Germain FC, Selfridges, Colette and Zara in preparation for the band’s \u201cNo Filter\u201d European tour. Elsewhere, Universal Music Group will continue to distribute the band’s catalog from 1971 to the present, a job UMG has done since 2008. Eagle Rock, the UMG-owned producer and distributor of music programs for broadcast, will expand their global distribution rights to the band\u2019s extensive long-form audiovisual catalogue.<\/p>\n

COPYRIGHT TIP<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In India personality rights is considered a fundamental right to privacy and publicity and is protected by Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.<\/p>\n

Author: BIP\u2019s Copyright and Entertainment Law Attorneys<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Senior Partner, the entertainment law attorneys at BIP are among the well-known lawyers in the field. They work with clients such as Yash Raj Films, Dharma Productions, Ananda Audio, Anushka Sharma, Sushant Singh, and Arka Media (Producer of Bahu Bali). BIP\u2019s entertainment law team helps clients protect, manage and effectively license and merchandise\u00a0their creative works such as films, music, brands and other content, to maximize financial returns.
\nThe weekly copyright and entertainment law news initiative is a part of their pro bono work, and is aimed at spreading entertainment law awareness. You are free to share the news with appropriate attribution and backlink to the source.
\nIf you have any questions, you may write to BIP\u2019s Copyright and Entertainment Law Attorneys \u2013\u00a0contact@bananaip.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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