The Madras High Court ruled that a CBFC-certified film cannot be stopped just because a small section of society disagrees with it. The Court upheld free speech under Article 19(1)(a) and dismissed the plea seeking a ban during Tamil Nadu elections.
The Delhi High Court referred a copyright dispute between Trimurti Films and B62 Studios over a song in Dhurandhar 2 to mediation. Observing the issue was largely financial, the court directed parties to resolve royalty and compensation through mediation.
Madras High Court barred ISPs and cable operators from illegally streaming Dhurandhar 2 before release. Court noted risk of “irreparable injury” and granted interim relief till April 15.
