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Vivek Oberoi files suit in Delhi HC against AI-generated misuse and fake social accounts

Actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi has approached the Delhi High Court, filing a civil suit seeking protection of his personality and publicity rights amid alleged widespread misuse of his identity through fake social media accounts, unauthorised merchandise and AI-generated content. In the petition filed through advocates Sana Raees Khan and Pranay Chitale, Oberoi asserts that his name, image, voice, likeness and other distinctive attributes associated with him are being exploited without his consent for commercial and other gains. The suit names entities such as Collector Bazar, ZoomMantra and Indiancontent among the defendants, alongside unidentified individuals labelled as John Doe. Oberoi’s legal team has sought a permanent injunction to restrain infringement of his personality rights, alleging that the defendants are actively impersonating him on platforms such as Instagram by operating fake accounts using his identity. The plea also highlights the sale of unauthorised merchan...
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Badshah makes history as first Indian Rapper to play at NBA All-Star Celebrity Game 2026

Indian hip-hop star Badshah is set to achieve a major international milestone as he becomes the first-ever Indian rapper to participate in the Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. The high-profile event will take place on February 13, 2026, at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, and will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN as part of the NBA All-Star Weekend celebrations. Marking his debut at the globally followed fan-favourite game, Badshah will represent India on an international sporting stage, joining a diverse roster of celebrities spanning music, film, television, and professional sports. Known for his larger-than-life persona and cross-cultural appeal, the rapper is expected to bring his signature energy to both the court and the surrounding festivities. Badshah’s appearance at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game caps off an eventful period in his career. Over the past year, he has expanded his global footprint by becoming the first rapper worldwide to co-create a Maybach Eyewear...
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Delhi High Court asks MEA to issue order for legal representation of Celina Jaitly's brother in UAE

According to ANI, the Delhi High Court has directed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to issue an official order appointing a legal firm to represent actor Celina Jaitly’s brother, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been detained in the UAE since September 2024. The court also asked the MEA to ensure that the process is completed at the earliest and to file an affidavit if there are any issues in issuing the order. The matter was heard by Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, who observed that legal representation should be provided if Vikrant Jaitly has no objection to the law firm suggested for his case. The next hearing in the matter has been scheduled for February 10. As per details shared in court, the law firm proposed by Celina Jaitly’s counsel has offered to represent Vikrant Jaitly on a pro bono basis in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The counsel also informed the court that the firm has already gathered the necessary information required to move ahead with the case. T...
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SCOOP: Dhurandhar 2 OTT rights EXPLODE to Rs. 150 cr; Ranveer Singh creates yet another RECORD as Jio Hotstar wins big!

Dhurandhar premiered on Netflix recently and has become the talk of the town again, spiking more interest in the sequel. But, in an interesting turn of events, the digital rights for Dhurandhar 2 have been sold to Jio Hotstar. Reliable sources have confirmed the development and informed that the decision was taken by Jio Studios to escalate their valuation of non-theatrical rights. "Netflix wanted to buy both the instalments together at a sum of Rs. 175 crores prior to the release of the first part. But with immense faith in their product, Jio Studios waited for the first part release, and have secured a humongous deal of Rs. 150 crores for the second part alone. This is nearly double of what Netflix paid to acquire the first part," a trade source informed Bollywood Hungama. The source further tells us that the digital rights for Dhurandhar Part One were sold for Rs. 85 crores, whereas the second one has fetched Rs. 150 crores. "The Rs. 150 crores received by Jio Studi...
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Shah Rukh Khan starrer King goes global: Red Chillies, Marflix and YRF join hands for international release on Christmas 2026

Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming action thriller King has taken a major step forward on the global stage. Red Chillies Entertainment has officially announced a high-profile partnership with Marflix Pictures and Yash Raj Films to distribute the much-awaited film across international cinemas. The overseas release is locked for December 24, 2026, aligning with its much-anticipated Christmas theatrical rollout. Making the announcement on X, Red Chillies Entertainment shared, “Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures partner with Yash Raj Films to distribute the much awaited Shah Rukh Khan starrer #KING in International cinemas on December 24, 2026. This Christmas, Fear wears the Crown!” The announcement has further amplified excitement around the film, which has already been generating massive buzz among fans and trade circles alike. Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures partner with Yash Raj Films to distribute the much awaited Shah Rukh Khan starrer #KING in International cin...
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Delhi HC permits Sameer Wankhede to take The Ba***ds of Bollywood suit to Mumbai court

On February 3, 2026, the Delhi High Court granted former Indian Revenue Service officer Sameer Wankhede the liberty to pursue his defamation suit against the Netflix series The Ba***ds of Bollywood in a competent court in Mumbai, after holding that the national capital court lacks territorial jurisdiction to hear the matter. Wankhede’s suit, which was originally filed in the Delhi High Court, alleged that the web series directed by Aryan Khan and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix featured a character that bore resemblance to him and contained content he claimed was defamatory and harmful to his reputation. During the latest hearing, Justice Vikas Mahajan allowed Wankhede’s application under the Civil Procedure Code, giving him permission to present his plaint before the City Civil & Sessions Court, Dindoshi in Mumbai. The court noted that the Delhi High Court did not have territorial jurisdiction over the case and directed both parties to appear before the Mumbai...
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Amaal Mallik exposes the harsh economics of Bollywood music: “‘Sooraj Dooba hai’ earned Rs. 60–70 crores, I got almost nothing”

Composer-singer Amaal Mallik has once again brought the spotlight on the long-standing issues plaguing the Hindi film music industry, particularly the lack of fair remuneration, ownership, and credit for composers and lyricists. In a candid interview with Pinkvilla, Amaal spoke at length about how artists continue to suffer despite creating commercially successful music. Reflecting on one of his biggest hits, ‘Sooraj Dooba Hai’ from the 2014 musical Roy, Amaal revealed the stark imbalance between the revenue earned and what composers actually receive. “It earned Rs. 60–70 crore for the label, and I got nothing except publishing rights, which are negligible, not even close to Rs. 1 crore," he said. Emphasising why ownership matters, he added, “I want to make money to help people. That can only happen if I have rights or equal rights. Film music doesn’t give you that." Opening up about his personal journey, Amaal shared how financial stability came late despite years of succe...
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