The Madras High Court has granted an ad-interim anti-piracy injunction to protect Aamir Khan-produced film Happy Patel ahead of its January 16, 2026 release. The Court restrained any unauthorised broadcast or circulation, citing the risk of irreversible loss while balancing the interests of service providers.
The Madras High Court has passed an interim order stopping the unauthorised broadcast, sharing, or distribution of the Hindi film Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos ahead of its scheduled theatrical release on January 16, 2026. The order was passed in a copyright protection case titled Aamir Khan Films vs BSNL & Others.
Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy passed the ad-interim injunction while hearing a civil suit filed by Aamir Khan’s production house, Aamir Khan Films. The suit was filed against several internet service providers and cable television operators, including BSNL, seeking protection against possible copyright infringement before the film’s release.
Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is a spy comedy film produced by Aamir Khan Films. The film stars Vir Das in the lead role and also marks his feature film directorial debut.
The cast also includes Mona Singh and Imran Khan, who is making a return to films after a long break. Supporting roles are played by Sharib Hashmi, Mithila Palkar, and Srushti Tawade.
In its plea, the producer expressed serious concern that any unauthorised circulation of the film before its theatrical release—whether through online platforms, cable networks, or other means—would cause severe and irreversible harm.
The production house argued that once the film is leaked or illegally shared, the loss cannot be undone, especially in the digital age.
After considering the submissions, the Court noted that in cases involving films and copyright, irreversible injury is likely to occur if immediate protection is not granted. On this basis, the Court found it appropriate to pass an ad-interim injunction restraining any unauthorised broadcast or dissemination of the film.
At the same time, the Court also recognised that the relief sought by the filmmakers was broad in nature and could potentially affect the lawful and legitimate business activities of some of the respondents, such as service providers and cable operators who may not be involved in any wrongdoing.
To strike a balance between protecting the producer’s copyright and safeguarding the legitimate interests of the respondents, the Court directed that the producer must indemnify any respondent whose lawful business interests may be affected by the injunction order passed today.
Subject to this condition of indemnification, the Madras High Court granted the ad-interim injunction in favour of Aamir Khan Films. The order will continue to remain in force until further directions are issued by the Court.
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