India's Music Revenue Jumps 40.5%, Yet Faces Payment Crisis
India's music creator revenues hit €80.5M in 2024, per CISAC. Yet, heavy reliance on streaming & under-licensed sectors threaten long-term growth. Industry demands fair royalties.
India's music creator revenues hit €80.5M in 2024, per CISAC. Yet, heavy reliance on streaming & under-licensed sectors threaten long-term growth. Industry demands fair royalties.
The new version of 'Saat Samundar Paar' in Kartik Aaryan's film faces a legal battle over rights and a lyrical credit dispute. Anand Bakshi's son calls it a 'dishonour'. Full details inside.
Journalist Puja Changoiwala files legal action against Dharma Productions and Netflix, alleging her novel 'Homebound' was plagiarised in the film. She seeks injunction and damages.
Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) India files a copyright suit against The Great Indian Kapil Show for using songs without permission. Details on the episodes, songs, and legal action inside.
Author Puja Changoiwala sues Dharma Productions & Netflix, alleging her 2021 novel was plagiarized for the Oscar-shortlisted film 'Homebound'. Legal battle begins in Bombay High Court.
Bombay High Court refuses interim relief to Trimurti Films in copyright dispute over 'Saat Samundar Paar' song used in Dharma's upcoming film. Justice Deshmukh cites lack of evidence for limited assignment.
Netflix will pull more than 100 of its Original series and films in 2026 as licensing deals expire. Find out which popular shows like The Last Kingdom and She-Ra are leaving.
Keerthy Suresh's dark comedy-action film 'Revolver Rita' is set for its OTT premiere on Netflix this December 26. Perfect for a holiday family watch!
Legal expert Rahul Matthan argues AI model training doesn't breach India's Copyright Act, but the generated output might. DPIIT's approach needs a rethink. Read the full analysis.
India's proposed mandatory AI licensing aims to protect creators' rights but risks stifling innovation. Experts weigh the complex trade-offs in this new policy.
Google sues Texas-based SerpApi for allegedly bypassing security to scrape & resell copyrighted search data. Lawsuit seeks permanent ban & damages. Read the full story.
Iconic James Bond films like 'Skyfall' and 'No Time To Die' will stream on Netflix for three months starting January 15, 2026, as part of a landmark deal between Netflix and Amazon MGM Studios.
Kottayam court ends 13-year legal fight, awards script rights & Rs 30 lakh compensation to writer Reji Mathew in Mohanlal's 'Karmayodha' case. Read the full verdict details.
Nagpur MIDC police raided a printing press, seizing thousands of illegally printed Balbharati textbooks. Owner Rajesh Lanjewar in custody. Details on the copyright violation case inside.
A Kottayam commercial court ruled that the 2012 Mohanlal film 'Karmayodha' infringed scriptwriter Reji Mathew's copyright, awarding him Rs 30 lakh in damages. Read the full legal details.
Netflix transforms into a gaming hub. Learn how to play Red Dead Redemption, GTA Trilogy, and WWE 2K25 on your TV using your phone as a controller. No extra hardware needed!
India's proposed blanket license for AI training data could raise costs, hurt creators, and drive startups abroad. Experts urge a balanced approach to foster innovation.
Singer Sabrina Carpenter calls White House video 'evil' for using her song 'Juno' to promote Trump's immigration crackdown. She joins artists like Beyoncé in protest.
Netflix's massive $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. film and TV studio business marks a risky shift from its core streaming model, worrying shareholders. Details inside.
Netflix's historic $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. studios and HBO marks a seismic shift in entertainment. Discover how the streaming giant's deal changes the game for India and global audiences.
Netflix's $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros marks the end of the streaming vs Hollywood war. Discover how this deal creates a new entertainment giant and challenges Disney's dominance.
Netflix announces a historic $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, uniting streaming giant with iconic film & TV library. Deal to close in 2026.
Netflix leads exclusive negotiations to acquire Warner Bros Discovery's studios & streaming assets in a massive $28/share deal. This move could reshape Hollywood's landscape. Read the full story for details.
Netflix launches Rockstar's iconic Western Red Dead Redemption on mobile for subscribers from December 2, 2025. Get details on download, device requirements, and top phones for Indian gamers.
Madras High Court closes copyright case after Ilaiyaraaja and Mythri Movie Makers settle. The makers of 'Dude' agree to pay Rs 50 lakh. Read the full details of the legal resolution.
Music legend Ilaiyaraaja receives Rs 50 lakh compensation after a production house used his songs without permission in two hit Tamil films. The court had ordered the tracks' removal. Read about this crucial copyright victory.
Netflix confirms all 10 seasons of Friends will leave its platform by year-end. Indian fans have only weeks left for their binge-watch. Read more.
Silicon Valley startups are cloning popular websites like United Airlines and Amazon to train AI agents. This new trend aims to automate white-collar jobs but raises copyright questions. Read more.
Popular Bollywood films like Dil Chahta Hai, PK, and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara are leaving Netflix India in December 2025. Here's the full list and your last chance to watch these iconic movies.
Madras HC closes suits as Tamil film producers Mythri Movie Makers pay ₹50 lakh to music legend Ilaiyaraaja for using his songs in 'Good Bad Ugly' and 'Dude'. Read the full story.