Category: Media & Entertainment Law

From Novel to Screen: Navigating Legal Complexities, Derivative Rights, and Copyright Challenges in Cinematic Adaptations

Introduction The aim of adapting novels into films is to infuse visual allure and vitality into the otherwise monochromatic realm of written text. The practice of adapting literary works for the cinema has a historical foundation, originating in an era with limited recreational options. Throughout history, novels have frequently been translated into cinematic experiences, and … Continue reading From Novel to Screen: Navigating Legal Complexities, Derivative Rights, and Copyright Challenges in Cinematic Adaptations

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OTT PLATFORMS ARE NOT COVERED BY TRAI

Introduction The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India or TRAI was established through Section 3 of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act of 1997 to promote clarity and fairness in the telecom service sector. TRAI aims to mainly control tariffs, issue regulations, adjudicate disputes, dispose appeals and protect the interest of the service providers as well … Continue reading OTT PLATFORMS ARE NOT COVERED BY TRAI

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Media Law’s Kinship With Trademarks

INTRODUCTION Censorship is one such monitoring agency that keeps a fair check on what should be displayed in the public domain. The existence of one such agency is to limit people from criticizing political issues, defaming the personalities of due respect, causing hurt to religious sentiments, exposing sensitive content, etc. Certain laws in India deal … Continue reading Media Law’s Kinship With Trademarks

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Freedom Of Press And Contempt Of Court

Introduction Media has a mass influence over the public which at times hinders rational thinking. Oftentimes, decisions of the judiciary are vastly publicized and the media often broadcasts every nook and cranny of the cases. Fair statements with the intention of spreading awareness are not a threat to the sanctity of the judiciary but often … Continue reading Freedom Of Press And Contempt Of Court

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Privacy Rights: Juggling Freedom of Expression and Individual Privacy

Introduction Individual privacy rights and media practices are in a complex conflict as a result of today’s quickly changing communication and technological landscape. As a critical observer as well as an open forum for debate, the media still plays an important role in protecting freedom of speech. But it’s important to protect both rights and … Continue reading Privacy Rights: Juggling Freedom of Expression and Individual Privacy

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Dream Girl 2: Bombay High Court says no to stay on the AyushmannKhurrana starrer at the eleventh hour

On August 22 2023,the Bombay High Court refused to stay the release of the film in a copyright infringement suit filed against the Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Pandaystarrer Dream Girl 2. It stated that the release should not be halted at the eleventh hour. The film produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ekta Kapoorunder the banner … Continue reading Dream Girl 2: Bombay High Court says no to stay on the AyushmannKhurrana starrer at the eleventh hour

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Application Of Ai On Media & Entertainment Industry

Introduction The origin of AI is in the IT industry, and its usage has drastically increased in every sector. Specifically, if we talk about the media and entertainment industries, AI is used in multiple layers, from content creation to the distribution of the content and how it has to be presented to the audience. Everything … Continue reading Application Of Ai On Media & Entertainment Industry

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Understanding the significance of a Non-Disclosure Agreement in the Entertainment Industry

Introduction The entertainment industry flourishes on originality, innovation, and one’s ability to captivate the audience. It consists of numerous organizations and individuals, including actors, record labels, production companies, musicians, etc. To secure the interests of these individuals and the organizations involved, it is essential to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information. Consequently, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) … Continue reading Understanding the significance of a Non-Disclosure Agreement in the Entertainment Industry

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Lacunas In The Contempt Of Courts Act, 1971 In The Context Of Media Trial

Introduction Media is the fourth pillar of a functional democratic state, after the legislative branch, the executive branch, and the judicial branch. The media may take many different forms, including traditional print publications, broadcast television news, online newspapers, social networking sites, and so on. There are media sources present on social media despite the fact … Continue reading Lacunas In The Contempt Of Courts Act, 1971 In The Context Of Media Trial

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The Law of Obscenity vis-a-vis Media law: A Brief Analysis

Introduction The law of obscenity and protection for depraving All democracies have some restrictive freedom towards speech and expression that indulge responsibility, domain over authority, avoiding the monopoly power over media, and boon and bane for unnecessary perceptions. With the consistent development, media is losing the vulnerability of content and social accountability that gives the … Continue reading The Law of Obscenity vis-a-vis Media law: A Brief Analysis

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