Court grants interim relief to Pooja Entertainment in ‘Chunari Chunari’ rights dispute with Tips Music The ongoing legal dispute between producer Vashu Bhagnani’s Pooja Entertainment and Tips Music has reignited the long-standing debate over ownership of film music rights in the Indian film industry. The controversy erupted after Pooja Entertainment approached the court alleging that Tips recreated the iconic track ‘Chunari Chunari’ for the upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai without obtaining permission. The song originally featured in Biwi No. 1 (1999), produced by Pooja Entertainment. The court has currently granted interim protection in favour of Vashu Bhagnani. While reacting to the matter on social media, Tips Music insisted that they remain to be “lawful owner” of the music rights and termed the allegations made by Pooja Entertainment as “malicious. ” Responding to Tips’ statement, a legal spokesperson representing Vashu Bhagnani said that all music rights, songs, and films referred to in the suit are presently covered under the court’s “status quo” order. The spokesperson further maintained that, at this stage, the issue of lawful ownership or the validity of agreements cannot be determined as the matter is now under the jurisdiction of the court. The spokesperson also stated that actors, filmmaker David Dhawan, producers, technicians, and everyone associated with the matter may be required to appear before the court and submit their responses, failing whic... #Pooja #Entertainment #Indian_film #Vashu_Bhagnani #Hai_Jawani #Tips #Tips_Music #Pooja_Entertainment #Chunari_Chunari’ #long-standing_debate
JioStar seeks Rs 250 million in alleged Bollywood film rights dispute with Zee Entertainment: Report The legal battle between media giants JioStar and Zee Entertainment Enterprises appears to be intensifying. According to an exclusive Reuters report, JioStar has initiated legal proceedings against Zee Entertainment over the alleged unauthorised broadcast of several Bollywood films whose rights were reportedly held by the Reliance-Disney backed company. As per the report, JioStar filed a plea on May 4 before the Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee, which functions as a mediation and dispute resolution body aimed at facilitating amicable settlements between parties. The matter is now scheduled for hearing on May 25, with Zee being asked to appear before the committee. The documents reportedly state that failure to appear could be treated as refusal to participate in the mediation process. In its reported 120-page plea, JioStar has accused Zee of broadcasting 12 distinct Bollywood films around 20 times without authorisation. The films allegedly include titles featuring superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan. The Reliance-led company reportedly described Zee as a “habitual infringer” and alleged that the broadcaster continued to “engage in the unauthorised broadcast and exploitation of the films”. The Reuters report further stated that the dispute over these film rights dates back to exchanges of more than a dozen legal notices and letters between the two companies s... #Bollywood #legal_battle #media_giants #Entertainment #Zee #Entertainment_Enterprises #Zee_Entertainment #Bollywood_films #Reuters_report #alleged_Bollywood
Tips denies allegations made by Puja Entertainment in legal dispute, calls them ‘malicious’ and ‘misconceived’ Tips Music Limited has responded to the allegations made by Vashu Bhagnani’s Puja Entertainment in an ongoing legal dispute over music and intellectual property rights. Recently, Puja Entertainment approached a Bihar court claiming that its films, songs, and other copyrighted content were allegedly being used and commercially exploited without proper permission by Tips. The court granted interim protection and directed the parties involved to maintain status quo in the matter. Reacting to the allegations, Tips issued an official statement denying the claims and asserting that it is the lawful owner of the music rights involved in the dispute. The statement said, “While formal copies of the order are awaited, Tips clarifies that it is the rightful owner of the music rights in question, supported by valid and binding agreements between the parties. Tips has openly and legitimately exploited these rights for nearly three decades in full compliance with the applicable laws. ”The statement continued, “The claims made by PEIL (Puja Entertainment India Limited) are strongly disputed and appear to be malicious, misconceived, and intended to tarnish the reputation and goodwill of Tips. Tips remains fully confident in defending its rights before the appropriate courts and shall take all necessary legal steps to protect its interest and ownership of rights. ”The matter is cu... #Entertainment #Vashu_Bhagnani #intellectual_property #Puja_Entertainment #Puja #Tips #misconceived’_Tips #Entertainment_India #Tips_denies #Entertainment_approached
Puja Entertainment court order seen as landmark moment for producer rights; protection of film IP and legacy rights takes centre stage In a significant development, on May 6, Puja Entertainment (India) Ltd. has secured interim protection from the Hon’ble Court of Civil Judge (Senior Division)-I, Katihar, Bihar. The proceedings were initiated against Tips Music Limited and other connected parties, including those associated with the films mentioned in the case. The court has directed the parties to maintain status quo regarding the alleged unauthorized use and commercial exploitation of Puja Entertainment’s films, music catalogues and underlying intellectual property rights. The order is being viewed not merely as an interim legal relief for one production house, but as an important moment for the larger producer community. The matter concerns rights connected to some of Puja Entertainment’s well-known films, including Coolie No 1 (1995), Hero No 1 (1996), Biwi No 1 (1999), Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), Tera Jadoo Chal Gayaa (2000) and Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai (2001). It also concerns the proposed release and exploitation of the upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. As things stand, the film remains subject to the interim status quo and protective orders passed by the court. According to Puja Entertainment, the company approached the court after discovering alleged unauthorized exploitation, monetization and commercial use of its films, music rights, sound recordings ... #Entertainment #centre_stage #significant_development #Senior_Division #Civil_Judge #Puja_Entertainment #Hon’ble_Court #Puja #Entertainment_court #interim_protection
Sony Interactive Entertainment chief says AI will enable 'gaming experiences like never before,' and I wonder: How long are these guys going to talk about it before we actually start seeing it? And do we really want that anyway? I'm not so sure I do. #Sony #Entertainment #Interactive #Interactive_Entertainment #Sony_Interactive #Entertainment_chief #gaming_experiences
Sanya Malhotra-starrer Pagglait 2 in the works at Sikhya Entertainment and Netflix India: Report A sequel to Pagglait is officially in development, with Sanya Malhotra set to return in the lead role. The project, titled Pagglait 2, will once again bring together Sikhya Entertainment and Netflix India, continuing their successful creative partnership. According to a report by Variety India, director Umesh Bist, who helmed the original film, is also returning for the sequel. The filmmaker is expected to take the story forward with a new narrative approach while preserving the emotional and humorous tone that made the first installment stand out. At present, it is unclear whether Pagglait 2 will directly continue the events of the 2021 film or explore a fresh story connected by similar themes and characters. However, the sequel is expected to retain the distinct blend of wit, grief, family drama and self-discovery that resonated with audiences in the original release. Production on the sequel is likely to begin around August or September 2026. No official release date has been announced yet. Released in 2021, Pagglait received praise for its unconventional storytelling and strong performances. The film followed the journey of a young widow navigating personal loss, family expectations and emotional transformation. Sanya Malhotra’s performance in the lead role was widely appreciated. Founded by Guneet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain, Sikhya Entertainment is known for backing no... #India #Variety_India #Entertainment #Sikhya_Entertainment #Netflix_India #Malhotra-starrer_Pagglait #Sanya_Malhotra-starrer #Pagglait #Sikhya #Malhotra_set
After Q1 success, Abundantia Entertainment announces 2026 slate led by Madhuri Dixit, Anil Kapoor and Triptii Dimri As the Indian entertainment industry contends with increased volatility and a demanding, screen-agnostic audience, Abundantia Entertainment has broken through and opened 2026 with a decisive statement of intent for the future. The studio, founded and led by Vikram Malhotra, has registered two consecutive successes on Amazon Prime Video within the first quarter itself – Daldal, the chilling thriller series led by Bhumi Pednekar, and Subedaar, the visceral action drama headlined by Anil Kapoor and directed by Suresh Triveni and now, the company has underlined a slate of exciting releases for the balance year, placing itself firmly among the most ambitious and diversified content pipelines in the country. Abundantia’s slate spans both long-form series and feature films, with titles earmarked for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix and theatres – a distribution footprint that underscores Abundantia's platform-agnostic philosophy and its conviction in meeting audiences wherever they choose to engage with Abundantia’s brand of engaging and entertaining storytelling. Beyond the immediate calendar, Abundantia is investing consistently in the architecture of what comes next. Under ‘aiON’, Abundantia's dedicated Artificial Intelligence-driven content division, the company recently announced a strategic partnership with AI video technology firm invideo, to establish India's firs... #Prime_Video #Amazon_Prime #Triptii_Dimri #Anil_Kapoor #Entertainment_announces #Entertainment #entertainment_industry #Madhuri_Dixit #Indian_entertainment #Abundantia_Entertainment
Sunny Deol's next with Excel Entertainment is a "high-concept project" Sunny Deol is set to collaborate with Excel Entertainment for a new film that is currently in development. While the makers have not officially shared details about the project, early information suggests that it is being planned on a notable scale. According to a source close to the development, “Sunny Deol is gearing up for a massive with Excel Entertainment, high-concept project that could redefine his big-screen presence. While the makers are keeping details tightly under wraps, insiders hint at an ambitious scale and powerful backing already in motion. The film has the potential to become one of his most impactful and talked-about ventures yet. "At present, the nature of the film, including its genre, storyline, and supporting cast, remains undisclosed. The production house is known for backing a range of projects across genres, and this collaboration adds another title to its upcoming slate. Sunny Deol, who has continued to maintain a strong presence in Hindi cinema, is expected to bring his established screen persona to the project. Meanwhile, Excel Entertainment has built a reputation for producing films and series that balance commercial appeal with distinct storytelling. Also Read: SCOOP: Sunny Deol-Aamir Khan-Rajkumar Santoshi’s Lahore 1947 likely to be renamed Batwara 1947... #development #Sunny_Deol #Sunny #Excel_Entertainment #Deol #Entertainment #project #Excel #high-concept_project #high-concept
Dinesh Vijan says "Mahavatar is SIX times the size of Chhaava"; also reveals, "I told Namit Malhotra, 'If Ramayana runs, Mahavatar is all set'" The launch of 'FICCI-EY Media & Entertainment Report' was held at a five-star hotel in Mumbai and was attended by various reputed personalities of the media and entertainment industry. Blockbuster producer Dinesh Vijan attended an interesting panel discussion called ‘Box Office @ ₹20,000 Crore: Inside the Economics of Theatres in the Streaming Age’ wherein he spoke about the film industry, the current trends and a lot more. He also opened up about his highly awaited upcoming film, Mahavatar, starring Vicky Kaushal. Dinesh Vijan said, “People want to de-risk. We don’t believe that the film would work. So, we feel very good when the film is de-risked. But if you realize, every film that crossed the Rs. 500 crore mark were all risky films. We didn’t know how to make Chhaava (2025). Vicky Kaushal had never played a historical figure. Laxman Utekar had never directed a film of this kind. But it was about survival. We had to make that kind of film and do that kind of business for our survival. It was not based on streaming revenue. At one point, none of the rights was sold. That film recovered all its money from theatres. ”He further said, “We are attempting to make a film called Mahavatar, which is about the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu, Parshuram. With this film, we are trying to go really global. At times, I wonder ‘Ho... #Media #Namit_Malhotra #Entertainment #entertainment_industry #FICCI-EY_Media #Entertainment_Report #Dinesh_Vijan #Ramayana_runs #told_Namit #Box_Office
BAFTA-winning Boong to return to theatres on March 6 with wider release Boong, backed by Excel Entertainment, Chalkboard Entertainment and Suitable Pictures, is set to return to theatres on March 6 with a wider release. The makers have also unveiled a new poster to announce the date. The film recently achieved a milestone by becoming the first Indian feature to win a BAFTA, taking home the honour in the Best Children’s & Family Film category at the British Academy Film Awards. The win marked a significant international recognition for the project and placed it among major global contenders in the category. Sharing the new poster on social media, the makers captioned it: “A journey of innocence, love and resilience. Witness India's first BAFTA Award winning film, in cinemas on 6th March. ”Written and directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, the film follows a young boy who sets out to surprise his mother with what he believes would be the most meaningful gift — bringing his absent father back home. The search gradually reshapes his understanding of family and expectations, leading to an unexpected emotional outcome. After earning international attention and securing the BAFTA honour, Boong now prepares for its theatrical return, with the wider release scheduled across cinemas on March 6. Also Read: BAFTA 2026: Priyanka Chopra, Vicky Kaushal, Kareena Kapoor Khan applaud Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani and team of Boong for historic win... #March #Excel_Entertainment #Chalkboard_Entertainment #Suitable_Pictures #Entertainment #BAFTA-winning_Boong #theatres #wider_release #Chalkboard #Pictures
